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How do you eat marshmallows? The mega marshmallows debate continues, highlighting just how complex tax rules on food can be. As deborah J., VAT Director explains, involving a VAT expert early in product development can help avoid costly complications later. #VAT #Tax #UKTax #FoodIndustry

No tax hikes featured in the Spring Statement, but with economic pressures mounting, many expect changes to be announced in the autumn. Michelle Denny-West, Tax Partner, shared her insights with the Financial Times on the rising interest in using gifts to manage potential inheritance tax changes, and cautioned against making rushed decisions. #SpringStatement #UKTax #Tax #IHT #InheritanceTax

A fantastic event by the British Irish Chamber of Commerce and Energy UK Great discussions, insightful speakers, and some really important topics covered. #energy #challenges #netzero Moore Kingston Smith

In this week’s #CharitEpulse our chatters James Saunders, Charles Mesquita, and Catherine Rustomji look at the evolving landscape of the charity sector, including: - The Charity Commission branded “toothless” by Lord Walney, sparking debate on the regulator’s effectiveness and resource allocation; - The Fundraising Regulator suspends charity for code breaches, highlighting the importance of compliance and reputation management; - Charity mergers up 31% to a total of 63, driven by financial, but the number is still a tiny fraction of the 170,000 registered charities; and - Artificial Intelligence in charities presents opportunities for efficiency gains and raises concerns about data security and ethical implementation. The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and YouTube. #CharitySector #CharityNews #CharityCommission #FundraisingRegulator #CharityMergers #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

The transfer of intellectual property (IP) between group companies in the UK can give rise to varying tax results, depending on the nature of that IP and the features of the intra-group transaction. Our latest insight outlines the tax system as it applies to intellectual property and considers specific points concerning transferring IP within a corporate group. The nature and characteristics of IP mean that tax advice should be taken at an early stage, alongside advice on the legal, valuation and accounting treatment of the IP. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4j4vocy #IP #IntellectualProperty #tax 

From April 2026, it will be mandatory for employers to payroll most benefits-in-kind, such as group private medical insurance. If you're not already payrolling your benefits-in-kind, now is the time to prepare. We can help by ensuring your private medical insurance scheme is competitive and cost-effective, keeping you compliant with the new employment tax & payroll regulations and streamlining payroll and tax administration for a hassle-free, end-to-end process. To find out more, contact us: https://lnkd.in/eY2KPM2h #Payroll #Compliance #EmployeeBenefits #BenefitsInKind

We are pleased to invite Senior Executives, Directors, and HR Managers to a half-day workshop focused on the prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace. This session is designed to equip leaders with the necessary knowledge, strategies, and practical tools to foster a safe and respectful work environment. - Gain insight into key prevention practices and strategies - Participate in interactive exercises to strengthen your team's approach - Connect with like-minded professionals committed to improving workplace culture Date: 6th June 2025 Start: 9:00 AM (registration & refreshments) Session Start: 9:30 AM Close: 2:00 PM (followed by networking session) #WorkplaceHarrassment #SafeWorkplace #Networking

The Moore Kingston Smith M&A Tax Team are delighted to receive two separate nominations for the Tolley’s Taxation Awards 2025. The team are finalists in the Best Specialist Team in a Law or Accounting Firm category. In addition, one of our M&A Tax Partners, Mark Fielden, has also been shortlisted for a personal award. The M&A Tax Team are a group of dedicated transaction tax specialists, focussing on mid-market deals, private equity and the tax aspects of transactional risk insurance. We are very proud to receive this recognition of our excellent people and their efforts towards the success and growth of our tax and corporate finance practice. The Tolley’s Taxation Awards are the premier annual recognition of excellence in UK tax. We are privileged to be shortlisted as finalists for these awards along with a number of other brilliant firms and individuals. We wish all of the nominees good luck and look forward to seeing colleagues, contacts and friends at the awards presentation on 8th May. #TaxationAwards

The UK’s 2025 Spring Statement introduces a 6.7% rise in the national living wage, increasing the rate for those 21+ to £12.21 per hour starting 1 April 2025. While this supports low-paid workers, it adds financial pressure on businesses already facing budget constraints. Salary benchmarking is now more critical than ever to help organisations manage costs, stay competitive, and attract top talent without overspending. Learn how salary benchmarking can ensure compliance with new regulations and maintain effective pay structures. #SpringStatement2025 #SalaryBenchmarking #Compliance

A delicious Spanish breakfast was a great start to this morning! Even more valuable was hearing directly from the Minister for Migration, Seema Malhotra FRSA, about the latest developments in the U.K.’s immigration system. For international businesses entering or expanding in the U.K., immigration strategy is more than just compliance — it is a key part of market entry and growth planning. Many thanks to the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the United Kingdom for hosting such a great event - and for the yummy churros! #international, #CrossBorderTax, #DoingBusinessInTheUK