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November 2010 Newswire
 

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Key Tax Dates

19 November 2010

  • PAYE and NIC due for the month ended 5th November 2010
  • Submit Construction Industry Scheme return for the month ended 5th November 2010.

19 December 2010

  • PAYE and NIC due for the month ended 5th December 2010
  • Submit Construction Industry Scheme return for the month ended 5th December 2010.

14 January 2011

  • Deadline for submission of forms CT61 and payment of any associated income tax for the quarter ended 31st December 2010.

Maureen Brooks

We are saddened to announce the passing of Maureen Brooks, a member of the Rickard Keen team from 1982 until her retirement in 2003.

An accomplished secretary, she commenced her Rickard Keen career working in our insolvency department until its closure following which she became Bill Gould’s secretary in 1985. She held this post until her retirement.

She was an impeccably stylish lady with a ready smile and consistently demonstrated great kindness to all. Rickard Keen played a great part in her life and she will be fondly remembered by those with whom she worked both as colleagues and clients.

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to husband Keith and sons, Andrew, Peter and James.


Wedding bells at Rickard Keen

Wedding bells were in the air at Rickard Keen last month as two of our team prepared to tie the knot.

Wayne Baker, one of our accounts managers, and Adele Hume, who works in the tax team, tied the knot in Rayleigh on Saturday, 30 October, before jetting off to a honeymoon in the Maldives.

They were joined in their celebrations by a number of colleagues and friends from Rickard Keen and we look forward to welcoming back Mr and Mrs Baker on their return.


Investors in People status renewed

Rickard Keen has been successfully re-assessed for Investors in People (IIP) status, in recognition of the quality of training and support we offer to our staff.

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Seminar to focus on farming issues

Rickard Keen has teamed up with BTMK Solicitors LLP and Whirledge and Nott chartered surveyors to run a free seminar offering invaluable advice for individuals in the farming industry.

‘Your Family, Your Farm’ will take place on Tuesday, 9 November, and is set to include presentations on a number of financial issues affecting those running businesses in the agricultural sector.

The main topics up for discussion will be asset protection after diversification, how the taxman and courts view businesses, and practical steps for tax mitigation and estate planning.

After several difficult years, prospects are now starting to look brighter for the rural economy, but it is still important that those involved in farming pay attention to the financial and legal aspects of their work to ensure they are maximising their profits and ultimately handing on the business to their successors in the best possible shape.

The event will take place in the Orangery Room at The Lawn Banqueting, Hall Road, Rochford, with registration from 2.30pm and the event itself running from 3pm to 5pm, followed by refreshments.

For further information, please contact Jo Elliot on 01702 606836 or email jo.elliott@rickardkeen.co.uk.


Protect yourself against a big tax investigation

Last year, at Rickard Keen we introduced a new service to protect our clients in the event of a tax investigation from HM Revenue and Customs.

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Government reveals spending review proposals

Chancellor George Osborne unveiled his Spending Review on 20 October, setting out £81 billion in cuts over the next four years.

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New Enterprise Allowance Boost For Start-Up Firms

People who have been unemployed for six months and want to start their own business will be offered access to business mentoring and financial support of up to £2,000.

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State Pension Age To Rise To 66 By 2020

Chancellor George Osborne has announced a faster than expected rise in the state pension age as part of his October Spending Review.

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Business Quangos Bite Dust

Regional Development Agencies are among the business-related quangos that face the axe or other changes in a government shake-up.

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All Change On National Insurance Cards

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has announced a change on replacement national insurance cards, ahead of a phasing out of the traditional plastic card.

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Comments Sought On Competition Law Compliance Guidance

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is consulting on two guidance documents designed to help businesses and company directors comply with competition law.

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Track Down Your Missing Pension, Says Minister

People who have lost touch with workplace pension schemes from previous employers, as well as personal schemes, are being urged to track them down to ensure they receive all of their entitlements in retirement.

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HMRC Shakes Up Contact Centre Opening Hours

From 29 November 2010, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) contact centres will reorganise their opening times to allow more staff to answer calls during the busy periods.

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