Corporation Tax
Corporation Tax for Small Limited Companies: What Directors Need to Know Corporation Tax is the tax a limited company pays on its taxable profits. For small limited companies, the key issue is not only the rate of tax, but whether the company has calculated profit correctly, claimed allowable costs properly, understood its deadlines and set
Read More Why is my Corporation Tax bill higher than 19%?
May 26, 2026Why is my Corporation Tax bill higher than 19%? Your Corporation Tax bill may be higher than 19% because the UK no longer has a single Corporation Tax rate for all non-ring fence company profits. A standalone company usually pays 19% only where taxable profits are £50,000 or less. If taxable profits are between £50,000
Read More How Much Corporation Tax Will I Pay in the UK in 2025/26?
March 17, 2026How Much Corporation Tax Will I Pay in the UK in 2025/26? If you run a limited company, one of the most common questions you’ll ask is: How much Corporation Tax will my company pay? The answer depends on: Your company’s taxable profits Whether you have associated companies Whether marginal relief applies Your accounting period
Read More Loans to Participators: An Increase in the Section 455 Charge
February 12, 2026Loans to Participators: An Increase in the Section 455 Charge Loans made by close companies to their directors or shareholders are a long-standing focus area for HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). While directors’ loan accounts are often used for short-term funding or to manage cashflow, they can give rise to significant tax charges if not
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Corporation Tax Explained
February 8, 2026Corporation Tax Explained: What Companies Need to Understand in 2025/26 Corporation Tax is one of the most misunderstood taxes for company owners. Many directors know the headline rate, assume it applies uniformly, and only really think about Corporation Tax when the bill arrives. In reality, Corporation Tax in 2025/26 is more complex than it first
Read More How Corporation Tax Is Calculated for Small Companies
January 29, 2026How Corporation Tax Is Calculated for Small Companies Corporation Tax is one of those taxes that most business owners know they have to pay, but relatively few fully understand how it is actually calculated. Many directors see the final figure on a tax computation and accept it as a given, without being clear on how
Read More How the Associated Companies Rule Affects Your Corporation Tax Rate
November 11, 2025How the Associated Companies Rule Affects Your Corporation Tax Rate Since April 2023, Corporation Tax in the UK has no longer been a flat 19%. Instead, it follows a tiered system, with rates ranging from 19% to 25% depending on the company’s taxable profits. But there’s another key detail that affects which rate you pay
Read More How to Cut Your Corporation Tax Bill in 5 Steps
October 24, 2025How to Cut Your Corporation Tax Bill in 5 Steps As a limited company owner, you’re legally obliged to pay Corporation Tax on your taxable profits — but that doesn’t mean you should pay more than you have to. Fortunately, there are several completely legal and HMRC-approved ways to reduce your Corporation Tax liability. Whether
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How to Reduce Your Corporation Tax Bill in 2025/26
February 19, 2025How to Reduce Your Corporation Tax Bill in 2026 (2025/26 Tax Year) With corporation tax rates now up to 25%, it’s more important than ever for UK companies to plan efficiently. Businesses with profits above £250,000 pay corporation tax at 25%, while smaller companies benefit from the 19% small profits rate, with marginal relief applying
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Key Corporation Tax Changes and Allowances in the Autumn Budget 2024
October 31, 2024Key Corporation Tax Changes and Allowances in the Autumn Budget 2024 The Autumn Budget 2024 brought clarity to the UK’s Corporation Tax structure with a commitment to rate stability and continued support for capital investments. Here’s an overview of the key updates and what they mean for businesses of all sizes. Corporation Tax Rates and
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