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Did you know that almost all employers must submit their year end returns online this year? There are a few exceptions however, so if you think you may not have to submit online, visit www.hmrc.gov.uk/payeonline.

If you're one of over 350,000 employers who haven't yet submitted online but must this year, register now with HMRC for their PAYE Online for Employers service. To register, visit the HMRC website and from the left-hand side, click PAYE for Employers. You can get further information from the HMRC website.

For help on the standard VAT rate increase there are several HMRC websites you can refer to.

For more details regarding the Standard Rate VAT changes visit the HMRC Web site.

To determine which Standard Rate VAT you need to use for transations that span 1 January, 2010, please refer to the HMRC detailed VAT Guidance.

If you are still unsure, please contact the HMRC National Advice Service on 0845 010 9000.

If you business uses the flat rate VAT scheme, then don’t forget that the relevant percentage you use will change on the 1st January 2010 when the VAT rate reverts back to 17.5% from 15%.

Many self-employed business people run their business from their home address. In addition, they use their own personal car for business purposes. But what does this mean for claiming mileage expenses?

As reported in the Daily Express today a growing number of small business owners believe the economy is recovering, according to a key survey out today.

bright angels is proud to announce the launch of two blogs - Milton Keynes Bookkeeper and Working Mum.

The HMRC bank account details for paying VAT changed from 8 July 2009.

If you are concerned about the threat of swine flu, you may want to make use of online networking to mitigate the risks.

If your business is currently suffering from the effects of late payments, you are not alone. According to a spokesperson for the British Chambers of Commerce, there has been a rise in the prevalence of such issues.

No company likes to hear that their office is to be inspected by HM Revenue & Customs. And under recently published laws - the Finance Bill 2008 - it could soon be possible for the taxman to visit home offices. What could that mean for small business owners?