The Indicator Podcast

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The Indicator Podcast episodes

  • Is staff entertainment tax efficient?

    In this episode we answer a question posed by one of our

    subscribers – is the cost of entertaining his staff a tax deductible expense,
    and even if it is, can business entertainment ever be tax efficient? Plus,
    although coronavirus restrictions have been removed in the workplace, can you
    still insist that your staff wear a face covering whilst at work? We explain
    the rules.  For more information 


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    8 min
  • Fire safety taken care of

    In this episode we explain why was BUPA care services fined

    almost £1m following the death of a care home resident and the simple measures
    you can implement to manage fire safety risks, whatever your business. Plus,
    with new tax codes currently being sent out, did you know that as the employer
    you can be liable for a tax shortfall if the wrong code is applied to an
    employee’s pay? We explain how to avoid any trouble with HMRC.  


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    10 min
  • Firing and rehiring – is it still legal?

    In this episode we explain the ins and outs of firing and rehiring staff as a way to implement a change to their terms and conditions. What does the law say following a recent High Court case involving staff at Tesco who were to be denied an incentive payment?   

    Plus, there’s a warning from HMRC for companies about the need to report coronavirus support payments – what’s really involved?  


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    10 min
  • Episode 3 - Easily increase your CGT exemption

    In this episode we show you how to easily and legitimately increase the paltry CGT annual

    exemption. With a little planning involving your spouse/civil partner and/or children you can secure significant tax savings. Plus we explain why a business owner had to pay £20k to an ex-employee and how it could easily have been avoided.  


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    10 min
  • Episode 2 - The new rules on right to work checks

    In this episode we explain the new rules on right to work checks that apply to British and Irish citizens with effect from April 6, 2022. Can these checks still be undertaken manually? Plus, if you provide PPE to employees your legal duty will be extended to workers, also from April 6.  


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    9 min
  • Episode 1 - How to avoid the NI hike

    In this episode we explain the true cost of the 1.25% NI increase planned for April and show how salary sacrifice could help save a business and its employees thousands of

    pounds. Plus, there's the latest on VAT penalties. 


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    10 min

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