Yearly Archives: 2026

The UK has long been a hotspot for international investment and it remains the second-largest recipient of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), according to a survey by PwC. However, there are some administrative hurdles and VAT burdens that could be holding you back from taking that leap and investing in the […]

There seems to be exciting talk in the air for international businesses looking to move to the UK. The UK Government has put forward proposals to introduce a new corporate re-domiciliation regime. This would mean that overseas companies could move their place of incorporation to the UK without having to […]

Businesses exporting to the EU only have a few months to prepare for the new customs duty charge. From 1 July 2026, a new €3 customs duty will apply to parcels valued under €150 entering the EU and if you are shipping high volumes, it can quickly add up and […]

Many companies operating in the UK qualify for audit exemption, meaning they are not legally required to have their accounts audited. However, for UK subsidiaries of international groups, the situation can often be more complex. Even if a subsidiary meets the UK criteria for audit exemption, a voluntary audit might […]

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement and she stuck to her promise of it not being a full fiscal event. Although there were no new tax changes, there were also no announced reliefs or additional support for businesses that are facing ongoing financial challenges. The Chancellor also raised her […]

New trade uncertainty has emerged after President Donald Trump introduced a new 10 per cent global tariff on imports into the US. While it is lower than the 15 per cent rate he had proposed, the move has unsettled markets and left UK importers questioning what is next. What is […]

More and more companies are operating internationally and so are their workforces. Some UK businesses may even choose to appoint directors who live overseas. While international board appointments bring valuable expertise, they can cause unexpected UK tax liabilities and often double taxation. If you are a non-UK resident director of […]

Many businesses often rely on international travel to build client relationships and support cross-border operations. However, when overseas employees visit the UK for work, employers can face unexpected Pay As You Earn (PAYE) obligations. With HMRC increasing its focus on globally mobile employees, managing Short Term Business Visitor (STBV) compliance […]

The Department for Business & Trade reported that there was a 12 per cent fall in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the UK during 2024 to 2025. Despite this, the UK continues to stand out as one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for international investors and remains the second-largest recipient […]

The OECD’s Pillar Two rules and the introduction of a global minimum tax rate will affect many multinational businesses operating across borders. However, after months of negotiations, US-based multinationals will now be exempt from the 15 per cent tax rate and will continue to rely on domestic regimes. For US-headquartered […]