Category: Business

The 1.2% CPI rate of inflation recorded in September 2014 is the lowest since October 2009. The Office for National Statistics said falling transport costs and food prices were largely responsible for the slowdown. David Kern, chief economist at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “These figures confirm that inflationary pressures in the economy remain … Continued

The cost of doing business has continued to rise in 2014 despite the falling rate of inflation, research from the Forum of Private Business (FPB) has found. The survey reveals that prices for micro, small and medium-sized businesses have risen 4.7% in 2014. However, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate of inflation has fallen from … Continued

Most companies pay corporation tax 9 months after the end of their accounting period. However, companies with profits in excess of £1,500,000 a year are required to pay corporation tax on a quarterly basis. The first 25% is due 6 months and 14 days into the period, with subsequent 25% payments due every 3 months … Continued

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is committed to supporting and preparing graduates for the world of work. LJMU’s World of Work Careers Centre is inviting employers and organisations to participate in the LJMU funded Career Accelerator Internship Programme and is offering Merseyside based employers the opportunity to facilitate a 20 day internship at their organisation. … Continued

The proportion of SMEs using traditional forms of finance fell in the second quarter of 2014, according to research by BDRC Continental. BDRC’s latest figures revealed that 30% of SMEs used ‘core’ finance – overdrafts, loans and credit cards – in Q2 2014 compared to 36% in the same period in 2012. The research found … Continued

Confidence among small businesses has reached record levels, research by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has shown. The FSB survey revealed that small firms in all sectors improved their outlook for the fourth quarter of 2014. Personal services experienced the biggest increase in confidence during Q3, while the financial services sector remains the most … Continued

We are providing a free seminar aimed at all employers, in particular those with a HR or finance responsibility. This seminar will be held on Wednesday 22 October 8.30am -10.00am at BWMacfarlane offices, 6th Floor, Castle Chambers, 43 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 9SH. During this event BWMacfarlane Chartered Accountants are working in partnership with an expert … Continued

We would be delighted if you would join us on Thursday 30th October 2014, 9.00am at Castle Chambers, 43 Castle St, Liverpool, Merseyside L2 9SH (BWMacfarlane offices). Registration is at 9am and there will be breafast rolls and tea/coffee on arrival. 9.30 am start. Come and listen to our panel of expert speakers including a guest … Continued

Please note this breakfast seminar is now being held on Thursday 6 November. We are providing a free seminar aimed at helping you keep your business compliant and profitable. This seminar will be held on 6 November 8.30am-10.00am at BWMacfarlane offices, 6th floor, Castle Chambers, 43 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 9SH. During this event BWMacfarlane … Continued

We are providing a free seminar aimed at finance and managing directors as well as business owners and CEOs. This seminar will be held on Wednesday 1 October 8.30am -10am at BWMacfarlane offices, 6th Floor, Castle Chambers, 43 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 9SH. During this event BWMacfarlane Chartered Accountants are working in partnership with expert … Continued