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Welcome to the February edition of The Works! With UK tax season (mostly) behind us (unless you’re still double-checking those last-minute filings... ??) you can now turn your attention to this month’s mix of market insights, client success stories, and partner highlights from the Workiro community, all in one place to keep you informed and up to date.
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Market Spotlight
HMRC Cracks Down on R&D Tax Errors
"Bundling fraud and error together is troubling: fraud is the result of wilful deception, but error may be caused by poorly written guidance or overly complex rules. They need different approaches because one size definitely doesn't fit all," says Getbusy’s CFO, Paul Haworth.
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He adds: "The Treasury is desperate to appear pro-growth in a very challenging fiscal and economic environment. HMRC's challenge is to balance towing the Treasury's line with protecting taxpayer money - something they need to get right if we're to have a vibrant innovation economy." Is HMRC striking the right balance?
Treasury Committee Investigates AI's Role in Financial Services
As AI reshapes finance, the Treasury Committee is investigating its risks and opportunities — focusing on regulation, consumer protection, and the technology’s growing role in areas like banking and pensions.
Customer & Partner Spotlights
How an Independent Financial Advisory Firm Slashed IT Costs and Moved to the Cloud
Burdened by rising server costs and IT complexity, Medical Assurance Bureau needed a change. See how they cut expenses with a cloud-first approach.
Businesses That Give Back: Larking Gowen Champions Local Success
It’s inspiring to see businesses like Larking Gowen supporting their local community! As sponsors of the Large Business of the Year award, they’re helping to recognise and celebrate companies making a real impact in East Anglia.
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Inheritance Tax Shake-Up: Insights from Informed Choice
Shelley McCarthy, Managing Director of Informed Choice, warns that recent changes could leave business owners facing tough choices — including selling assets — to cover rising tax bills.
Smarter Operations for Whisky Makers by Catalyst ERP
Catalyst ERP is hosting a webinar with industry experts Sam A’Bear and Imad Malik on 26 February to explore how real-time data and resource planning transform whisky production.
Learn, Grow, and Stay Ahead
You’re Losing Up to 31 Hours a Month in Meetings…
Learn practical strategies to cut back, improve team communication, and keep projects moving without the endless calendar invites.
R&D Tax Relief: Where Are We Now?
R&D tax relief rules, processes, and HMRC’s approach have shifted. In this episode, ICAEW maps out the current landscape to help you stay compliant and maximise claims.
Workiro Tip of the Month
Video: How To Keep Customers and Vendors in Sync
Every new account, project, or consignment adds more people, more requests, and more complexity. Keeping customers and vendors informed is harder than ever — but getting it wrong isn’t an option. Watch the video to see how to stay in control.
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