Langham Walsh

Helping you start your business without any worry.

Starting a business is a really exciting time, but we know it is also a very busy time.

You will no doubt have your plans in place and the drive to succeed, but you may not be aware of all the financial aspects involved.

We can help you throughout your journey, looking at:

  • Forming your company – deciding your company type is important, our team will help decide whether a sole trader, partnership or limited company is best for you. We will consider and advise the taxes and liabilities you may owe before making this decision
  • Make sure you are set-up and registered with HMRC for all the right things, such as VAT and Payroll
  • Help set-up your business bank account
  • Company secretarial duties
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Self assessment

Our tax services make sure that your tax liability is calculated taking into account all allowed exemptions and deductions. We simplify the process by using accountancy software to accurately complete tax returns and calculate any tax liability that may occur, along with any payments that need to be made.

Corporation tax

Corporation tax reliefs and rates change annually, so we ensure that we can provide all the right guidance and advice when looking at exemptions, allowances and deductions that may be available.

We will thoroughly review and prepare corporation tax returns in great detail in order to ensure you are complaint and that you don’t incur any penalties.

Capital gains tax

You may be looking at investments, a second property or another asset and our team can make sure you maximise your exemptions while simplifying the difficult area of capital gains tax.

Personal tax planning

Langham Walsh can help with the complex issue of personal tax, we know it can be difficult to understand, which is why we help every step of the way. We take away the time and stress by creating a tax planning strategy that suits your tax affairs, helping ensure you pay the least amount of tax. Our team will advise when payments are due along with what forms need to be filed and returned to keep you compliant.

Latest news from Langham Walsh

April 24, 2025
Delay to Consultation on the Tax Treatment of Predevelopment Costs

At Autumn Budget 2024, we were promised a consultation on the tax treatment of predevelopment costs. However, following the Court of Appeal’s decision on a recent case, the government is postponing publication of the consultation while it considers the implications of the decision.

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April 23, 2025
Cuts to import tariffs.

Amidst all the news about increased tariffs in the US, the UK government has announced a cut to zero in import tariffs on a range of 89 foreign products.

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April 22, 2025
UK Inflation Falls to 2.6% – But What’s Next for Your Business?

In a small bit of good news, March’s inflation figures have been released showing a drop to 2.6% from 2.8% in February. The main reason? Lower petrol prices, which has offered some relief for households and businesses alike.

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April 17, 2025
Why Seeking Help When Your Business Faces Insolvency is the Right Move

Running a business comes with financial risks, and sometimes, companies struggle to stay afloat. While facing insolvency is undoubtedly stressful, seeking professional help early can prevent serious legal consequences.

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April 14, 2025
New Companies House ID Checks: What They Mean for You

From 8 April 2025, Companies House has launched a new identity verification system as part of changes under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

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April 10, 2025
Child Benefit Increases from 7 April: What Employers Need to Know

From 7 April 2025, families receiving Child Benefit will see an increase in their payments. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced that the weekly rate will rise to £26.05 for the eldest or only child and £17.25 for each additional child. This means an annual payment of £1,354.60 for the first child and £897 for each subsequent child. These payments, usually made every four weeks, are automatically into claimants’ bank accounts.

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April 7, 2025
UK Government requests views to shape response to US tariffs

The UK Government is currently considering its response to the ‘reciprocal tariffs’ announced by the US President Donald Trump on 2 April.

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April 3, 2025
Changes Coming to GB-NI B2B Parcel Movements in May

From 1 May 2025, all B2B (business to business) parcels travelling from Great Britain to Northern Ireland will need to have information submitted onto the Customs Declaration Service.

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April 13, 2023
Extending the “Income tax cash basis” for the self-employed

This HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) consultation seeks views and feedback on proposals to increase eligibility and use of the income tax cash basis for the self-employed

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April 18, 2023
Managing inheritance tax

Like many other taxes, inheritance tax (or IHT) allowances have been frozen.

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April 25, 2023
Building business resilience

Millions of businesses and households are struggling with their energy costs, alongside increases in general taxation, the cost of council tax, water bills and other utilities.

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April 25, 2023
Giving Shares to Employees

Where companies give shares to employees in the company or group that they work for they will generally be taxed on the difference between the market value of those shares and the amount paid, if any.

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April 28, 2023
Working Capital Finance explained

Working capital finance solutions offer businesses the opportunity to improve cash flow.

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May 3, 2023
What’s really important?

With the constant news surrounding the economy, interest rate uncertainty, and high inflation, its difficult not to worry about these issues and lose sight of what’s really important – the health and welfare of you and your loved ones.

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May 3, 2023
Can you create more ‘productive’ time?

For many small business owners, if they have one consistent issue, it would be that there is simply not enough time in the day to achieve all the things that need to be done.

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May 12, 2023
Creating your business’s future

According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the UK economy is predicted to shrink for the remainder of 2023 and then grow by only 1% in 2024.

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April 13, 2023
Extending the “Income tax cash basis” for the self-employed

This HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) consultation seeks views and feedback on proposals to increase eligibility and use of the income tax cash basis for the self-employed

Read article
April 18, 2023
Managing inheritance tax

Like many other taxes, inheritance tax (or IHT) allowances have been frozen.

Read article
April 25, 2023
Building business resilience

Millions of businesses and households are struggling with their energy costs, alongside increases in general taxation, the cost of council tax, water bills and other utilities.

Read article
April 25, 2023
Giving Shares to Employees

Where companies give shares to employees in the company or group that they work for they will generally be taxed on the difference between the market value of those shares and the amount paid, if any.

Read article
April 28, 2023
Working Capital Finance explained

Working capital finance solutions offer businesses the opportunity to improve cash flow.

Read article
May 3, 2023
What’s really important?

With the constant news surrounding the economy, interest rate uncertainty, and high inflation, its difficult not to worry about these issues and lose sight of what’s really important – the health and welfare of you and your loved ones.

Read article