Keeping you abreast with the latest developments in the accountancy profession.
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Find Something to Hang Your Hat On! Listen to The Hat Rack podcast where physicians in practice gain access to the strategies that Continuing Medical Education (CME)/Continuing Professional Development (CPD) experts and influencers use to effectively plan CME to implement change in their professional practice. The Hat Rack guests draw from their extensive experience as developers, contributors and promoters of CME/CPD, providing insights at local, provincial, national and international level ...
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The tax podcast for UK tax professionals. A mixture of UK tax chat, guests and documentaries. Helping keep the professional up to date and tax compliant. Providing CPD for UK tax and accountancy professionals.
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UK MATTERS IN ACCOUNTING is a weekly podcast for accountants and bookkeepers, together with the networks, associations, fintech vendors and influencers who lead them, work in them and serve them. The show focuses on the UK market and UK specific apps, software, firms and influencers. The show selects accounting and fintech news articles blogs. The style of the show is not overly technical/technological/tax in nature but more on people, performance and success in the accounting world. Popular ...
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INSIGHTS IN ACCOUNTING is a weekly podcast for accountants and CPAs, together with the networks, associations, fintech vendors and influencers who lead them, work in them and serve them. The show selects accounting and fintech news articles blogs. Listeners receive commentary, critical insights and analysis together with the implications and takeaways for accountants, bookkeepers and CPAs to develop their business acumen & commercial awareness. The style of the show is not overly technical/t ...
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Reimagining Training: Mercia's Digital Evolution
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Lynn Radose, Mercia's Product Director and Pete McGrath, Head of Marketing discuss Mercia's shift to digital, on-demand, and bite-sized training programmes, responding to client needs and AI in learning. They also explore pathways to help clients navigate Mercia's extensive training offerings. For more information on this topic and more, please vis…
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Challenges and Innovations in Rural Medicine: A Conversation with Dr. Ken Milne and Dr. Matt Breton
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Season 2 - Episode 1 Join The Hat Rack as we explore the realities of rural medical practice. Dr. Ken Milne, a seasoned emergency physician, and Dr. Matt Breton, a newly practicing family doctor, discuss the unique challenges of continuing medical education (CME) in rural environments, balancing limited resources with high demands. Learn about inno…
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Helen Knight looks at some of the potential changes Rachel Reeves might announce at the Autumn Budget on 30 October 2024. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Helen Knight, Head of Tax
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Promoting Social Accountability in Medical Education: Dr. Michelle Lee Jones on Innovative Rounds
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Episode 11: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Michelle Lee Jones, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences at Schulich, discusses the development and impact of social accountability rounds within her department. She explains the rationale behind this initiative, the diverse topics covered, and the imp…
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Virtual CPD Success in Cardiology: Dr. Sabe De’s Blueprint for Online Medical Education
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Episode 10: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Sabe De, an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology and the recipient of the Schulich Award of Excellence in Continuing Medical Education, shares his experiences in coordinating large virtual CPD events, including the Western University Virtual Echo Symposium and the …
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Promoting Ergonomics in the Operating Room: Insights from Dr. Rookaya Mather
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Episode 09: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Rookaya Mather, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, discusses the critical importance of operating room ergonomics and the prevention of musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries among healthcare professionals. She shares her personal experience with a work-related injury and t…
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In this episode, Mark Morton discusses recent changes to furnished holiday lets and the Allocation of Tips Act. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Mark Morton
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Understanding CPD Preferences Among Canadian Oncologists: Insights from Dr. Tim Nguyen
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Episode 08: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Tim Nguyen, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Oncology, presents findings from a national survey of Canadian oncologists, which aimed to understand their preferences and barriers regarding continuing professional development (CPD). He discusses key insights, such as the value pla…
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Managing Congestive Heart Failure in Rural Communities: Dr. Shanil Narayan’s Innovative Approach
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Episode 07: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Shanil Narayan, a General Internist and Adjunct Professor who also serves as the Regional Academic Director for the Huron Perth Academy of the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, discusses a project aimed at improving the management of congestive heart failure in rural environments.…
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Developing a Comprehensive Approach to Sexual Assault Care: Dr. Gauri Ghate on Online Module Creation
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Episode 06: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Gauri Ghate, an Assistant Professor in the Division of Emergency Medicine, discusses the creation of an online module designed to improve the emergency department care of sexual assault survivors. She highlights the importance of addressing both the physical and psychosocial trauma experie…
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Sustainability / ESG Reporting - What Happens Next?
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Ross Haydock from Mercia and Jose Hopkins from Simplify Climate informally discuss new developments in ESG and sustainability reporting, as well as the exciting emerging opportunities in this area. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Ross Haydock, Mercia Group and Jose Hopkins (Guest)
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Addressing Critical Skills: Dr. Sonja Payne on Managing the Unanticipated Difficult Airway
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Episode 05: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Sonja Payne, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine at Schulich, discusses the development of an online module titled “Managing the Unanticipated Difficult Airway” (MUDA). She explains the motivation behind the project, which stemmed from a needs …
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Innovating Needs Assessments in CPD: Dr. Adam Gavarkovs on Effective Strategies
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Episode 04: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Adam Gavarkovs, PhD, an education developer within the CPD office, presents a novel approach to conducting needs assessments in continuing professional development. He discusses the importance of a thorough needs assessment in creating effective educational activities and introduces a new …
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Building Leaders from the Ground Up: Dr. Alison Allan on the Basic Medical Sciences Leadership Program
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Episode 03: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Alison Allan, Chair of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Schulich, discusses the Basic Medical Sciences Leadership Program, developed to address the specific leadership development needs of faculty in the basic medical sciences. She explains the program’s three levels—investiga…
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In this short episode speaker Helen Knight gives a summary of her view of what the key priorities are for the government and what might come next. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Mercia Group
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Exploring Leadership Development with Dr. Kristin Clemens: Insights from the Harvard Leadership Certificate Program
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Episode 02: CPD Horizons Summer Series In this episode, Dr. Kristin Clemens, an endocrinologist and associate professor in the Department of Medicine at Schulich, discusses the Faculty Development Mini Fellowship, a unique opportunity awarded through the CPD Office, and shares her enriching experience with the Harvard Leadership Certificate Program…
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Kickoff to CPD Horizons with Dean Dr. John Yoo and Dr. Fawad Ahmed: Unveiling the Summer Series and Windsor’s Development Plan
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Episode 01: CPD Horizons Summer Series In the first episode, Dr. John Yoo, the Dean of Medicine, delivers a greeting and discusses the significance of CPD, emphasizing its value and the efforts to enhance continuing education and professional development at Schulich. Following this, Dr. Fawad Ahmed, a family doctor and chair of the Schulich Windsor…
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Transformative Learning and How to Make a Baby Pee: Insights from Dr. Steve Wong of 'This Changed My Practice' at UBC
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In this episode we delve into transformative learning in medical practice with Dr. Steve Wong, director of the renowned "This Changed My Practice" program at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Wong shares invaluable insights on integrating Continuing Medical Education (CME) seamlessly into daily practice, highlighting real-life stories of impa…
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Wellbeing and Resilience in the Workplace
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In this episode, Louise Connor highlights the evolution of workplace wellbeing, defines its key components, and provides practical strategies for managing pressure and stress. Discover insights on fostering a supportive work culture and maintaining a healthy, productive environment. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.merc…
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HICBC, FHL and Year End Benefit Reminders
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In this episode, Pat Nown discusses hot topics in the world of tax, including HICBC, FHL, and Year-End Benefit Reminders. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Pat Nown
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In this episode, Mark Morton discusses pension contributions and auto enrolment. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Mark Morton
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James Hurst explores recent VAT tribunal cases concerning the VAT treatment of food products and considers whether the law could be changed to reduce uncertainty in this area. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By James Hurst
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Driving Skills Home: Tractor Wisdom and Procedural Mastery with Dr. Kovacs
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George Kovacs of Dalhousie University and a practicing physician in Nova Scotia discusses with ‘The Hat Rack’ skills acquisition and procedural learning. Are you practicing enough? Where are your practicing opportunities? With our guest’s many years of experience, Dr. Kovacs explains how the Clinical Cadaver Program came to be. Listen In. Find Some…
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Helen Knight and James Hurst discuss the releases from Tax Administration and Maintenance Day on 18 April 2024 particularly the consultation launched around the VAT treatment of private hire vehicle fares. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…
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MTD - why you really, really should join the MTD pilot this spring.
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This episode looks at the MTD Pilot for small businesses and landlords commencing April 2024. Amongst many things we cover it is explained why all practices should pop one or two clients on to the pilot. How the turnover is calculated to determine who will join in 2026 when it is compulsory and there is a nasty surprise lurking for clients. Through…
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Quickcast - update on next podcasts, new webinars and podinars and details of discount offer on webinars
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This short episode explains The planned publishing schedule for the next few months We are aiming to publish at least once a month Next episodes including a look at HMRC Digital Services in 2024 Introducing webinars and podinars And the discount code to use for webinars 4 April 2024 Check www.thethingswedofortax.co.uk for new episodes providing CPD…
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Lee Eagling, Jenny Faulkner, and Zain Talaat discuss the emergence of technology in the profession, and how technology can benefit firms of all sizes. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Lee Eagling, Jenny Faulkner, and Zain Talaat
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Lee Eagling and Gavin Leake discuss the importance of ethics in the accountancy profession and the issues and dilemmas those in the profession may face. CLICK HERE for our upcoming Ethics course. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Gavin Leake and Lee Eagling
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Join Mark Morton for a brief yet crucial update as he reveals HMRC's latest decision to halt the closure of its phone lines. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Mercia Group
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HMRC Helpline Support Faces Permanent Cutbacks
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In this episode, Mark Morton discusses how the HMRC is encouraging customers to interact online with changes to its Self-Assessment, PAYE and VAT services. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Mercia Group
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In this episode, Louise Conner talks about her own experience using emotional intelligence (EQ) to navigate emotions. She also shares practical tips on developing your EQ, helping you understand and manage your own feelings as well as those of others. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details…
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The first podcast episode for 2024 covers the Budget from March 2024. We look at the issues that affect SMEs and how the proposed changes might impact this sector. With many changes proposed for 2025 or 2026 it has never been harder to plan. The guest is Ros Martin. · National Insurance · IR35 / Umbrella companies · The implications of the end of F…
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In this episode, Pat Nown and Mark Morton unpack the key Spring Budget announcements. Gain valuable insights as they analyse fiscal developments and discuss the budget's impact on various sectors. Whether you're a finance enthusiast or seeking a concise overview, this conversation goes beyond the headlines, offering a quick yet comprehensive unders…
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In this short episode join Mark Morton as he reflects on the Spring Budget announcement delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt today (6 March). Don't forget to register for Mercia's Rapid Reaction Webinar on (7 March) and listen to Pat Nown review the announcements made and consider any immediate implications and actions for your clients. For more inf…
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The Neural Network: Unleashing AI’s Potential in Healthcare
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Episode 4: “The Neural Network: Unleashing AI’s Potential in Healthcare” Learn together with ‘The Hat Rack’ on how artificial intelligence is being used in healthcare. Dr. Rob Arntfield, Medical Director of the Critical Care Trauma Centre at London Health Sciences Centre provides some background on AI, how AI is being used today, predictions for fu…
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Considers the changes to the regime that the Government has implemented over the last 12 months and the changes yet to come. Presented by Mark Morton, our Technical Lecturer and Consultant, and Helen Knight, our Tax Senior Manager. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…
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Happy New Year! In this episode Norman Allison looks at the IR35 opportunity to pause settlement, digital signatures, S455 L2P forms, CGT property returns, IR35 guidelines for compliance and BACS notifications. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…
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Update on December 2023 and January 2024 - back in February
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Check www.thethingswedofortax.co.uk for new episodes providing CPD for tax accountantsBy The things we do for tax
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Mastering Mainpro+: CPD Strategies with Melissa Lujan and Zarreen Warsi from CFPC
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Welcome Melissa Lujan and Zarreen Warsi from The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) to ‘The Hat Rack’. Listen in on our conversation highlighting the Mainpro+ Program, Professional Learning Plans (PLP) opportunities and Linking Learning. Rethink your approach to capturing your CPD through point of care learning and peer learning as well …
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How to incorporate a sole trader or partnership - part 2
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This episode looks at how to incorporate a sole trader or partnership. The guest is Nick Wright of Jerroms Miller a leading UK specialist in taxation. Nick is a published tax author in publications including Taxation. Nick can be contacted for consultancy at www.jerromsmiller.co.uk or nickwright@jerromsmiller.co.uk. This second episode covers: · Pr…
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Lee Eagling is joined by Jenny Faulkner to discuss the themes highlighted by Mercia’s internal file review quality review checks and compare these to recent audit monitoring findings issues by the QAD. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.…
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The 23 changes you need to know about from the November 2023 Budget
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The Budget / Autumn statement was held in late November 2023. This episode provides a run through of the main areas you need to be aware of as it progresses to becoming the next Finance Act. The guest is Ros Martin a leading tax consultant and trainer. In 45 minutes, you will gain an excellent understanding of all the main changes made in the budge…
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Mark Morton's initial reaction to the Autumn Statement 2023. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Mark Morton, Technical Lecturer & Consultant
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November 2023: the one all about tax administration (extra episode)
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This is an episode looking at recent changes to the administration of the tax system We focus on a range of topics that affect accountants working in practice How you might obtain a reply from HMRC for old post Changes to the Agent Helpline - it is not good news Overlap relief Obtaining SA refunds Changes to VAT registration PAYE - closing a scheme…
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How to incorporate a sole trader or partnership - Part 1 and how we use a Goldfish to help explain
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Check www.thethingswedofortax.co.uk for new episodes providing CPD for tax accountantsBy The things we do for tax
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A short explanation of why there are quizzes accompanying each episode, how they work and where to download. The optional quizzes can help you verify or prove you undertook the CPD training. Check www.thethingswedofortax.co.uk for new episodes providing CPD for tax accountantsBy The things we do for tax
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IR35 refresher, update on employment status and HMRC attack on schemes
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The episode is a refresher and update on developments affecting legislation known as IR35. It includes · a run through of the basics of IR35, including key changes over the last few years · the key tests often applied in determining employment status · Check employment status for tax tool and a suggested approach for the use of the tool · Umbrella …
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Recent Audit Sanctions and the Link to General Audit Quality
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Lee Eagling discusses recent audit sanctions and how findings from these cases link to audit quality issues we find in our file reviews. For more information on this topic and more, please visit www.mercia-group.com for further details.By Lee Eagling, A&A and Compliance Senior Manager
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What's new in tax in Autumn 2023 - part B
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The October / Autumn 2023 update provides you with an update on a range of practical issues that are topical or have been recently raised as important by HMRC. The episode 1. Explains each issue and points to watch out for 2. Looks at planning points, action to take and likely HMRC approach 3. What to do now if you are affected, the administration …
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The Autumn 2023 update provides you with an update on a range of practical issues that are topical or have been recently raised as important by HMRC. The episode 1. Explains each issue and points to watch out for 2. Looks at planning points, action to take and likely HMRC approach 3. What to do now if you are affected, the administration you need t…
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