HMRC set to launch enhanced employment status checker
HMRC has confirmed an improved version of its check employment status for tax (CEST) tool should launch before the end of the year. The tool was first introduced in 2017 as part of an extension to the off-payroll (IR35) rules that applied to the public sector. It aimed to help public-sector contractors and organisations decide […]
New rules tighten reporting period for capital gains on residential property
The rules regarding reporting a capital gain on a residential property are changing, in particular the deadlines for reporting the gain are getting shorter. Anyone anticipating the sale of a residential property on which a capital gains tax (CGT) charge may apply are advised to consider the changes to the reporting and payment of this […]
Embrace Wigan and Leigh receives the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
A group of a 100 strong volunteers from Embrace Wigan and Leigh have been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. Graham Potter of NR Barton is a trustee of Embrace, a user led charity dedicated to supporting disabled people and their families. […]
Small Business Guide: Sole Trader vs Limited Company
You have decided to take the big leap of faith and start your own business, the next question is how this should be structured. Should you trade in your personal name or through a limited company? Follow the link below to read our guide on the key accounting and tax implications. Sole trader vs Limited […]
NR Barton raise £200 for MacMillan with World’s Greatest Coffee Morning
The team at NR Barton are delighted to announce that £200 was raised at the MacMillan Coffee Morning as staff and relatives baked possibly the greatest supply of cakes ever seen. Supporters of the cause dug deep to raise £200 which represents a great sum, and money that goes towards a very worthwhile cause. Thank […]
3.3m sole traders to have ‘no pension by 2028’
More than three million self-employed people could be left without a pension in the next 10 years, according to a recent report. The warning came from the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE). It made the claim based on the growth of freelancers over the last decade, and the number of those who […]
NR Barton visited by Metalfloor UK chairman Lord Digby Jones
It was a pleasure for the team at NR Barton to host Lord Digby Jones at the offices today. Neil Whittingham and Paul Flint from the team at NR Barton work closely with directors Phil Preston and Jacqui Ward to provide strategic advisory as the business continues to grow from strength to strength. The appointment […]
Small business owners hold on to cash for Brexit
Small businesses across the UK have increased the amount of cash they hold in current accounts by over 78% over the past two years in anticipation of a Brexit fueled credit crunch. The hoarding reflects growing fears over the economy and a desire to have cash assets available to fund any shortfall in trade or […]
Government launches ‘Get ready for Brexit’ website
Ever since the referendum under David Cameron’s Conservative Goverment back in June 2016 the topic of Brexit hasn’t been far from the front pages. As we move ever closer to the 31 October 2019 deadline for Britain to leave the EU the Government have launch a dedicated ‘Get ready for Brexit’ website to help both […]
NR Barton’s Paul Farrington joins the board at the Wigan Youth Zone
NR Barton are delighted with the news that Paul Farrington has joined the board at the Wigan Boys & Girls Club, also known as the Wigan Youth Zone. Wigan Youth Zone is a purpose built, state-of-the-art youth facility in Wigan town centre which opened in June 2013. It offers young people from across Wigan the […]
