From September 2025, eligible working parents in England will be able to access up to 30 hours of funded childcare per week for children aged 9 months to school age, in addition to existing free hours for 3–4-year-olds. The Tax-Free Childcare scheme also offers up to £2,000 per child each year (£4,000 for disabled children). Comparing available options can help maximise savings.

From November 2025, identity verification will become mandatory for all UK company directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. Those who don’t comply risk being unable to file documents, facing penalties, or even disqualification. Acting early is recommended to avoid disruption.

If you pay personal tax through Self Assessment, you might need to make payments on account - advance payments towards your next tax bill. These are due in January and July and are based on your previous year’s liability. We can help you check if they’re accurate and whether there’s scope to reduce them.

From April 2027, Companies House will require all company accounts to be filed digitally and in greater detail, including mandatory profit and loss accounts, even for micro-entities. These changes aim to improve transparency and reduce fraud, so early preparation is key.

With tax rules shifting, the old salary-plus-dividends strategy may no longer be the most efficient for limited company owners.

Reach Accountancy can help you explore smarter ways to take money out—tailored to your goals and the latest tax rules.

Nobody likes to talk about inheritance tax—but smart planning now can protect your legacy and save your loved ones thousands.

From gifts to trusts to business relief, Reach Accountancy can help you pass on more of what matters.

Making Tax Digital is transforming how businesses and landlords report to HMRC—quarterly updates, digital records, no more paper returns.

Reach Accountancy can help you stay compliant, choose the right software, and get ahead before the 2026 deadline.