In this episode, Mark Morton reflects on the Chancellor’s speech at the Labour Party Conference and what it signals for the upcoming autumn budget. He explores government borrowing, tax speculation, and public spending, while unpacking media le...

In this episode, Pete, Head of Marketing at Mercia, sits down with Louise, Mercia's Management and Skills Trainer, to explore the evolving landscape of leadership and communication within accountancy firms.Together, they unpack the conce...

In this episode, James Hurst breaks down the latest updates to HMRC’s guidance on correcting VAT errors, including the introduction of a new online tool for notifying HMRC. Tune in for practical insights and learn what these changes mean for yo...

Mark Morton explores recent draft legislation and HMRC’s evolving role in public service. He reflects on the frustrations of digital tax systems, delays in repayments, and the long-delayed rollout of Making Tax Digital, raising concerns about t...

On 21 July 2025, the government published draft legislation for Finance Bill 2025-26 for consultation. In this brief episode, Mark Morton shares his immediate reaction. Much of the content was pre-announced, including:

Helen Knight and Norman Allison discuss some of the key points to consider around Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment. Following a recent lecture we take the opportunity to unpack some of the most frequently asked questions, clari...

Jenny Faulkner and Gemma Archer discuss common audit quality findings following the publication of ICAEW's latest audit monitoring report and reflect on issues identified in Mercia's own file reviews.

In our latest episode, our in-house VAT expert, James Hurst, shares some brief thoughts on recent VAT cases that caught his eye.

Mark Morton breaks down the government's abrupt reversal on winter fuel payments and the tangled tax mechanics that follow. From pensioners navigating deductions to the complexities of taxable income, he asks—does anyone in power truly understa...

In this episode, Gemma Archer rounds up the key points from the publication of Charities SORP exposure draft and consultations relating to the financial thresholds in charity law.

Helen Knight examines the implications of the upcoming changes to company size thresholds, effective April 2025, on off-payroll working and IR35 rules.Gain a deeper understanding of IR35 with our

In the aftermath of the Spring Statement, a number of consultations have been released on the government website. Mark Morton delves into the Making Tax Digital Consultation and how this could potentially impact accountants over the...

In this short episode, join Mark Morton as he reflects on the Spring Statement delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves today (25 March 2025).Don't forget there is still time to order your

Mark Morton takes a look at the proposed IHT changes for pensions from April 2027.Communicate tax changes easily with expert content that makes a difference to your clients. Spring Statement -

Mark Morton takes a look at the current position on changes to APR and BPR. Communicate essential tax rates to your clients this spring with Mercia.Order personalised Tax Cards for your firm

Jenny Faulkner and Gemma Archer discuss the FRC's 2025 campaign to support UK SMEs and how the market study presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for firms to have their say and impact the future of the audit profession from an SME perspect...

Mark Morton takes a look at possible changes to ISAs in the run-up to the Spring Statement.Order your Spring Communication es...

Mark Morton reviews the recent issues relating to employment status ahead of our Spring Tax Update courses. 

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Mark Morton discusses the recent issues relating to travel and subsistence ahead of our Tax Update courses this Spring.

James Hurst explores HMRC’s recent communication to smaller charities regarding VAT claims. Are some organisations inadvertently claiming too much?With real-life case studies and tribunal cases, James will break down these issues at the ...

Mark Morton discusses the recent issues affecting state pensions, ahead of our Spring Tax Update courses starting in March 2025. 

Mark Morton discusses the recent developments in R&D, ahead of our Tax Update and R&D courses this Spring.URLS for further information:

Helen Knight examines some of the risks of technology recently covered in the media and some of the opportunities AI can provide.

Helen Knight summarises HMRC's most recent agent updates in advance of tax filing deadlines and upcoming changes.