In this episode we take a look at the topic of Neurodiversity in Business. What are the realities and the truths behind the myths? What do neurodiverse people bring to an organisation? Is there a competitive advantage in employing them? And how can businesses attract and get the best out of their neurodiverse people? Joining Declan to debate all of this are Blick Rothenberg Partner Gail Cobley, with our guests Ben Branson from The Hidden 20% charity and podcast series, and Binna Kandola from consultancy Pearn Kandola. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Rehana Earle and Ele Theochari look at how Inheritance Tax changes could hit farmers hard, depending on timing. They also discuss rising tax burdens worrying retailers, key updates and changes for 2023/24 returns, and the hot debate: should accountants charge for ad-hoc advice? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Head of Private Client John Bull joins Rob Goodley to talk about what a Trump presidency is likely to mean for the UK. They also look at rogue tax advisors and a tax ‘magic trick’ that HMRC took exception to, as well as a little talked about point in the Autumn Budget which they think is a good move. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the Autumn Budget, Nimesh Shah and Roger Holman take a look at some of the areas that have angered farmers, small businesses and parents. But was the Budget quite restrained? Nimesh suspects the story on Capital Gains Taxes is not over and there might there be more dramatic reform and change to come. And with the appointment of Donald Trump as President, what does this mean for US Government policy – will it result in tax cuts and crypto rule relaxation? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather Self and Robert Salter look at some of the detail in the Autumn Budget statement including Employers National Insurance, The Child Benefit clawback and Capital Gains Tax changes. They also ask whether the Chancellor missed an opportunity to take a strategic look at a tax system that is riddled with anomalies and inconsistencies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Tax Factor Matt Crawford and Neil Insull are NOT looking at the Budget. Instead, we’re talking about the big picture issues facing the UK Tax system and the tax issues around the Employment Rights Bill See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we take a look at the topic of Global Talent. How do you attract the best talent for your business, particularly when you grow internationally? Which approaches work well and which do not? And how will technology – particularly AI - impact a global workforce? And joining me today to debate all of this are Blick Rothenberg’s Head of Global Mobility Rehana Earle, with our guest Gareth Wadley from law firm Bristows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s top-rated podcast, Roger Holman is joined by Rehana Earle to unpack the latest in tax developments. With speculation growing that employer National Insurance contributions could be targeted by the Chancellor, we discuss whether the Government’s pledge to freeze rates for workers will shield employees from the impact. And is it time for a major overhaul of Capital Gains Tax to make it fit for purpose? Meanwhile, across the Channel, France is rolling out ‘temporary’ tax hikes – but how long will they really last? And finally, Roger looks into the complexities of designing a wealth tax and why it proves to be so tricky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Matt Crawford is joined by Blick Rothenberg CEO Nimesh Shah. They look at the problematic tax issues of a life on the high seas cruising, Capital Gains Tax reform and a homage to retiring HMRC CEO Sir Jim Harra. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Rehana Earle and Ele Theochari as they unpack the biggest headlines from the Labour Party Conference. Are the non-dom tax proposals just a political gimmick, or could they really deliver the billions the Chancellor hopes for? Ele dives into the latest R&D tax relief stats and why fewer claims might not be the bad news it seems – could HMRC finally be getting a grip on fraud? And we take a closer look at maternity pay and challenge Kemi Badenoch’s bold claims. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sustainability: everybody talks about it, but in this episode we look at the business case for it. What do you actually have to do, beyond the cliches, and how can you prove that you mean what you say? Joining Declan for this discussion are Jim Brown from Blick Rothenberg, Charlotte Pumford from Vivobarefoot and Paul Lewis from Seismic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Rob Goodley is joined by a new voice on the Tax Factor, Blick Rothenberg Head of Private client, John Bull. They look at HMRC’s interest in ‘side hustles’, what we learnt from the Chancellor at the Labour Party conference, and the potential for an exit tax. We also pay tribute to John Brown, the man who successfully argued a Jaffa cake was a cake! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Heather Self is joined by pensions expert Martin Reynard. They discuss whether the Chancellor could fill some of her £22Bn gap with a reduction on tax relief on pension contributions or the tax-free lump sum. They also look at the impact of a ruling on the employment status of football referees and Heather disappoints Martin when she reveals that if Blick Rothenberg gives him a suit it’s a taxable benefit! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our fifty-first podcast is brought to you by Matt Crawford and Melissa Thomas. This week they look at the European Court of Justice upholding a 2016 decision that Ireland is required to recover 13 billion Euros from Apple and the Upper Tier Tribunal sides with HMRC in their case against Stuart Barnes regarding his employment status. Matt discusses changes to the data employers are required to provide to HMRC regarding hours worked by employees and Melissa discusses how HMRC is an unlikely fan of the Oasis reunion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s our 50th episode this week, this time with Heather Self and Ele Theochari. In this episode we look back at some of the tax stories from the last year, current proposals to take VAT off sunscreen, fraudulent R&D claims, and if having a snail farm could save you some tax! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nimesh Shah and Heather Self look at what we can learn from Kier Starmer’s speech and what might happen in the Budget. If the Government’s hands are tied on the big 4 taxes, are we looking at minor changes in the Budget? Where will the billions come from: frozen allowances, Fuel Duty, Air Passenger Duty, Capital Gains Tax, Pensions Relief or a more wholesale reform of the tax system? Would it be more courageous to break the manifesto pledge and put Income Tax up? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tax Factor returns from its Summer break with Roger Holman and Neil Insull. They waste no time in giving their top 5 predictions for the October Budget and, in VAT news, how the First Tier Tribunal have decided hair loss treatment could not be zero-rated as hair loss is not a ‘disability’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special post-Election episode recorded the morning of 5 July. Nimesh Shah and Heather Self share their post-Election analysis and discuss the potential implications of the new Government's policies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, as the General Election rolls into its final week, Heather Self and Neil Insull discuss some of the challenges for the new Government (whoever it will be), the reality of the ‘tax gap’ and why it is what it is. They also look at what businesses hope to see from the tax system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re already halfway through the General Election campaign and one thing you can bet on is that our experts have the lowdown on the parties’ tax commitments and promises. This week, Rehana Earle and Robert Salter investigate the Labour and Reform UK Manifestos. Do both parties really understand the nuances and details of the tax system and do the numbers add up? Finally, Robert looks at a partial victory for a taxpayer against HMRC in the first-tier tribunal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.