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Share buy-back alternatives
It has long been possible for a private company to buy back its shares from a shareholder. Provided this is properly structured any gain arising on the shareholder is taxed as a capital gain.
Date: 2010-03-18

Preparing for investment - making the most of your ideas
You’ve developed an innovative product. Whether a simple consumer item, a hi-tech solution or a social gaming website, you’ve shown it’s different and exciting.
Date: 2010-03-18

Shoosmiths' key role as bank acquires asset finance arm
Restructuring and insolvency specialists at Shoosmiths have played a key role in a bank's purchase of another's asset finance business.
Date: 2010-03-17

Shoosmiths part of coveted £35m deal success
Shoosmiths corporate specialists have helped ensure the success of the £35m buyout of software producer Amtech.
Date: 2010-03-12

New NI rules affect EU workers and employers
From 1 May 2010, the National Insurance (NI) rules that apply to employees who work in more than one EU Member State will change.
Date: 2010-03-05

Offshore bank accounts: The next step
With the deadline for voluntary disclosure under HM Revenue & Custom's (HMRC) Non-Disclosure Opportunity (NDO) having now passed, any undisclosed offshore bank accounts could now attract greater penalties.
Date: 2010-01-13

EIS, VCTS AND CVS
The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS), Venture Capital Trust (VCT), and Corporate Venturing Scheme (CVS) rules provide tax incentives for individuals and corporates investing in unquoted small and medium size enterprises in the UK.
Date: 2010-01-07

Pre-budget report 2009
The Chancellor delivered the 2009 Pre-Budget Report yesterday (9 December). The following is a summary of the main tax points of interest:
Date: 2009-12-10

VAT groups: threat to current grouping rules
The European Commission (EC) argued in a communication earlier this year that current UK VAT group rules allowing non-taxable persons to be VAT group members were not in line with the correct application of the VAT Directive.
Date: 2009-12-04

Beware companies buying back debt
On 14 October 2009 the Government announced new measures would apply to the tax treatment of companies buying back debt. The draft legislation was published on 9 November.
Date: 2009-11-27

VAT rate change: Are you ready?
On 1 January 2010 the rate of VAT will revert to 17.5%.
Date: 2009-11-12

Employer financed retirement benefit schemes: Avoiding pension contribution restrictions
From 6 April 2010 the top rate of income tax will increase to 50% on earnings above £150,000.
Date: 2009-11-06

Deal costs: Is VAT recoverable?
The First-tier Tribunal has held that VAT incurred on payments to accountants for services provided to rescue a business from closure are recoverable.
Date: 2009-10-26

Running for the door: What do you need to agree upfront about your exit?
The principal reason for taking either development capital or additional investment into your business is to grow it and so have potential for a successful future exit.
Date: 2009-10-07

The Companies Act 2006: In the home straight
1 October 2009 saw the Companies Act 2006 finally put into effect - a process begun in 2007. Key changes brought about by the Act concern the status of the memorandum of association, Table A articles, and shareholder authorities.
Date: 2009-09-24

Investor angels or demons: do their priorities match your own?
Securing investment for your business is stressful and difficult in the current economic climate. It is easy to get excited at the prospect of an investment, only to lose sight of who is actually putting the money in.
Date: 2009-09-22

VAT cross border supplies: Are you ready for 2010?
If you supply cross-border services there are important VAT changes coming into force on 1 January 2010 that you must be aware of.
Date: 2009-09-17

Shoosmiths' key role in Tesco/Fortis insurance tie-up
Corporate, commercial and employment lawyers from Shoosmiths have helped client Fortis Insurance forge a new partnership with Tesco Personal Finance to provide insurance products.
Date: 2009-09-17

Carbon reduction scheme poses risks to business
Shoosmiths will host a free seminar to ease the fears of Thames Valley businesses concerned about risks posed by the Government's Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC).
Date: 2009-06-15

Finance specialist Chris brings wealth of experience
Shoosmiths has boosted its corporate team with the recruitment of partner Chris McClure.
Date: 2009-06-10

Mother and daughter exit family firm after 23 years
Shoosmiths has helped the mother and daughter founders of a day care nursery chain sell their shares, 23 years after starting the business.
Date: 2009-02-20

Shoosmiths' Sean is Dealmaker of the Year
Sean Wright, head of Shoosmiths Corporate finance team in the South, has been named Dealmaker of the Year at the prestigious Solent Deals Awards.
Date: 2009-01-16

Coke Cola ordered to change its name
Coke Cola Limited has been ordered to change its name by the Company Names Tribunal (CNT).
Date: 2008-12-17

Shoosmiths is key ingredient in £3.5m dairy deal
Shoosmiths has helped an award-winning Midlands cheese maker strengthen its business.
Date: 2008-12-05

HMRC confirms letting strategy is not abusive
Many house builders are finding they are unable to sell new dwellings in the current downturn, leaving them a stark choice.
Date: 2008-11-03

New face of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award found at Shoosmiths
A solicitor from national law firm Shoosmiths has been selected by youth charity, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) to become one of the faces of its new brand.
Date: 2008-10-30

Guess who’s coming to dinner: HMRC extends investigative powers in relation to compliance checks
Legislation has been introduced in Finance Act 2008 (Schedule 36) setting out compliance powers which HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) considers necessary following the merger of Inland Revenue and HM Customs and Excise, in 2005.
Date: 2008-10-13

Finance Act 2008 contains new residence rule
A new rule to determine whether a person is resident in the UK for tax purposes is contained in the Finance Act 2008.
Date: 2008-10-13

Businesses urged to protect workers or face legal action
Businesses are being urged to protect their staff by carrying out workplace risk assessments – or face legal action.
Date: 2008-10-06

Financial assistance laws overhaul: Harmonisation or headache?
1 October 2008 sees the eagerly anticipated repeal of the prohibition on UK private companies giving financial assistance
Date: 2008-09-24

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