This week Blick Rothenberg CEO Nimesh Shah is in the host’s chair talking with Tax Director Robert Salter. In today’s episode they look at the latest ruling in a Child Benefit tribunal ruling, HMRC’s recent activities in Indonesia which resulted in a tax fraudster being caught, and how IR35 is really due a review.

Nimesh and Robert also look at the state of the Government coffers; as annual tax receipts have now exceeded over 800 Billion pounds, might this give the Chancellor some options in the Autumn statement?

This week Blick Rothenberg CEO Nimesh Shah is in the host’s chair talking with Tax Director Robert Salter. In today’s episode they look at the latest ruling in a Child Benefit tribunal ruling, HMRC’s recent activities in Indonesia which resulted in a tax fraudster being caught, and how IR35 is really due a review.
Nimesh and Robert also look at the state of the Government coffers; as annual tax receipts have now exceeded over 800 Billion pounds, might this give the Chancellor some options in the Autumn statement?

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

BRave Business and The Tax Factor

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in
the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

The Tax Factor – Episode 14 - Child Tax Credits, IR35, Indonesian fraudsters and 800 Billon pounds in Government coffers

In this week’s episode of The Tax Factor, Neil Insull and Tom Goddard explore some of the major tax and political developments currently shaping the UK landscape. From Labour leadership contenders and proposed wealth taxes to major changes affecting businesses and pensions, the discussion highlights how quickly the tax environment continues to evolve.

The episode examines Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting’s contrasting economic policies, including proposals around income tax, capital gains tax and land value taxation, before turning to new corporation tax changes affecting UK companies operating overseas through branches.

Neil and Tom also discuss the significant inheritance tax changes coming to pensions from April 2027, explaining why many individuals may now need to rethink long-term estate and retirement planning strategies as pensions move further into the inheritance tax spotlight.

In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Tax Factor, Neil Insull and Tom Goddard explore some of the major tax and political developments currently shaping the UK landscape. From Labour leadership contenders and proposed wealth taxes to major changes affecting businesses and pensions, the discussion highlights how quickly the tax environment continues to evolve.
The episode examines Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting&rsquo;s contrasting economic policies, including proposals around income tax, capital gains tax and land value taxation, before turning to new corporation tax changes affecting UK companies operating overseas through branches.
Neil and Tom also discuss the significant inheritance tax changes coming to pensions from April 2027, explaining why many individuals may now need to rethink long-term estate and retirement planning strategies as pensions move further into the inheritance tax spotlight.

The Tax Factor – Episode 124 - Leadership Tax Plans, Overseas Branches & Pension Changes

Debutants David Livitt and Joe Lankester join us for the latest episode of The Tax Factor, exploring a mix of global policy updates, unusual living arrangements and a standout VAT tribunal case.

The episode begins with new OECD guidance on global remote working, looking at how businesses can manage the tax risks of employees working across borders and why permanent establishment remains a key concern for internationally mobile workforces.

David and Joe also discuss reports surrounding Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski and questions over whether the correct council tax was being paid on his houseboat in East London. They explore how “sole or main residence” rules can create unexpected tax issues in modern living arrangements. The episode concludes with a look at the latest VAT case involving mega marshmallows, and what it reveals about the challenges of classifying modern products within traditional tax rules.

Debutants David Livitt and Joe Lankester join us for the latest episode of The Tax Factor, exploring a mix of global policy updates, unusual living arrangements and a standout VAT tribunal case.
The episode begins with new OECD guidance on global remote working, looking at how businesses can manage the tax risks of employees working across borders and why permanent establishment remains a key concern for internationally mobile workforces.
David and Joe also discuss reports surrounding Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski and questions over whether the correct council tax was being paid on his houseboat in East London. They explore how &ldquo;sole or main residence&rdquo; rules can create unexpected tax issues in modern living arrangements. The episode concludes with a look at the latest VAT case involving mega marshmallows, and what it reveals about the challenges of classifying modern products within traditional tax rules.

The Tax Factor – Episode 123 - Remote Working, Zack Polanski’s Tax Troubles & Mega Marshmallows

Football, tax tribunals and residency rules all come under the spotlight in this week’s episode of The Tax Factor, as Paul Noble and Robert Salter discuss some of the latest stories making headlines across the tax world.

The episode begins with the high-profile PGMOL case against HMRC, exploring why part-time football referees were ultimately found to be self-employed and what the decision could mean for wider employment status disputes. Paul and Robert discuss the importance of looking beyond simple “tick-box” tests and why the case reinforces the need to consider the full picture.

They also examine a significant residency case involving transit days and exceptional circumstances, before turning to the growing differences between Scottish and UK income tax rates and the practical implications for workers on either side of the border.

 

Football, tax tribunals and residency rules all come under the spotlight in this week&rsquo;s episode of The Tax Factor, as Paul Noble and Robert Salter discuss some of the latest stories making headlines across the tax world.
The episode begins with the high-profile PGMOL case against HMRC, exploring why part-time football referees were ultimately found to be self-employed and what the decision could mean for wider employment status disputes. Paul and Robert discuss the importance of looking beyond simple &ldquo;tick-box&rdquo; tests and why the case reinforces the need to consider the full picture.
They also examine a significant residency case involving transit days and exceptional circumstances, before turning to the growing differences between Scottish and UK income tax rates and the practical implications for workers on either side of the border.
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The Tax Factor – Episode 14 - Child Tax Credits, IR35, Indonesian fraudsters and 800 Billon pounds in Government coffers

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