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Round Robin – 16th June 2020

Dear all Apologies. A bit like red buses today. We have been asked by a number of clients, “I’m self-employed but haven’t had a letter, concerning the grant, what should I do?” My advice had been to wait as when … Continue reading

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R&D Claims – 26th May 2020

Dear all Nothing to do with Covid 19 thankfully, I attach a case history concerning the application of R&D Claims, a favourite ‘ambulance chasing’ sector of the accounting industry. The message from the case is clear…..be careful and obtain evidence … Continue reading

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20th May- reminders

Just a polite reminder: Furlough claims for the May payroll to be completed. ‘Bounce Back’ loans to be claimed for those that wish to. Self employed claims. The letters to those qualifying are now being issued (originally planned for June). … Continue reading

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Update 12th May 2020

Dear all I will not send Round Robins unless there is something worth saying. Two things please: Individuals attitude to borrowing money varies, but quite frankly the ‘Bounce Back’ loan should be keenly pursued in my opinion. 12 month interest … Continue reading

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28th April 2020 – ‘Bounce back’ loans

Dear all Please find details of the new initiative, the ‘bounce back’ loan. I presume this is necessary because the banks have made a hash of the original CBIL’s initiative. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/small-businesses-boosted-by-bounce-back-loans This initiative should be actively pursued, once the application … Continue reading

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27th April 2020 – Furlough scheme – Approved legislation

Dear all Please find the approved legislation concerning the scheme. 200414_CJRS_DIRECTION_-_33_FINAL_Signed[13229]    

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23rd April – St.George’s day and Furlough applications

Dear all Firstly, Happy St.George’s day. Currently there would appear to be an obvious dragon that could be usefully slain and any assistance would be appreciated. (No, not Matt Hancock). Secondly. We have now completed a few Furlough scheme applications … Continue reading

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21st April 2020 – Update

Nothing really new to report, save that the Furlough scheme is now open for business (any help required do please contact) and the government have announced a one stop shop for the various Covid 19 packages. https://www.gov.uk/business-coronavirus-support-finder    

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16th April – Furlough scheme – this one is important!

Dear all, In preparation for the furlough claim which opens on 20th April, we have now been given guidelines as to the necessary preparatory work. (See below). If you require any help in this connection please shout.   Dear customer, We … Continue reading

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15th April 2020 – Northampton Borough Council

Despite being told that the Councils would contact the ratepayer, inevitably there is a form that has to be completed if you want to claim from NBC! Please find the link below: https://br-grant-nbc.lgss-revs-bens.com/?fbclid=IwAR2GJGzDq0TySXAbH7hqpIWwfJCFveGWChSe71DCuBF9AOFpnIiloIAeRqU This applies to recipients of rate relief … Continue reading

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