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Christmas Charity
We have decided, like last year, to not buy Christmas cards and make a donation to charity. We would like all of our clients, contacts...
Digital Tax
Making tax digital was originally postponed to 2018, and has now been pushed back further to 2019, for businesses with a turnover in...


2016/17 Deadline
When you start to see the Christmas adverts on television you think of all things merry.... unless you’re an accountant. These adverts...


Meet Charlie
Charlie is the newest member of the team here at Darcey & Bate. Charlie joined us in September, having previously completed her AAT level...
Starting a business
Starting a business can be extremely exciting but it also can be a daunting time. When you set up a business a thorough plan will make...
Unique selling points (USPs)
Have you recently set up your own business or are you trying to expand? From meeting many business owners, I’ve realised the successful...
2017/18 Tax
For the 2017/18 Tax Year, the Personal Allowance and Tax Band Limits will increase. To see how this will affect you, we have given the...
Flat Rate VAT Changes
From 1st April 2017, the Flat Rate VAT Scheme changes for certain businesses. Businesses who are classed as ‘low cost traders’ will see...


Minimum Wage
From 1st April 2017, the National Minimum Wage for Employees has increased. To see how this will affect your business, we have given the...
National Insurance
A little update post-budget, and we have good news – The proposed increase in Class 4 National Insurance has been abolished. For the...
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