Business Record Checks Update

Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs has reviewed its Business Record Checks programme and plans to make changes to its approach as a result. Starting in April last year, HMRC undertook a pilot programme of BRC’s which reviewed the adequacy and accuracy of business records within the SME

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Pirate Quiz Night – Preston

Date: Thursday 22nd MarchTime: 6.00pm – 8.30pmPlace: Forum, Winckley Street, PrestonCost: £50 per team of four Champion will be raising anchor and setting sail for the seven seas at our Pirate Quiz Night – and we hope to see you there! Our popular quiz night offer clients,

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Elevation ‘12

The date has been set for Champion’s annual business conference, Elevation. Elevation ’12 will take place on Tuesday 15th May 2012 and has moved to a brand new venue – The Point at Lancashire County Cricket Club. Hosted in conjunction with George Davies Solicitors LLP, Elevation offers

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Selling Your Business Seminar – Warrington

Tuesday 13th March Best Western Fir Grove Hotel,Knutsford Old Road,WarringtonWA4 2LD 8.00am – 9.45am Itinerary Arrival, Networking and Breakfast 8.00am – 8.20amPresentation 8.20am – 9.20amNetworking and Refreshments 9.20am to 9.45am You Only Sell Your Business Once…Don’t Leave it to Chance! As every entrepreneur knows, having a clear strategy is essential

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Self Assessment – Register Now

HMRC is reminding those registering for online filing for the first time to do so by the end of the week, or they will risk missing the self assessment tax return deadline. If you are filing online for the first time, you must register by Saturday 21st

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HMRC Fake E-Mail Warning

HMRC is warning taxpayers against a spate of fake e-mails in the run up to the 31st January self assessment deadline, which promise a tax rebate to the recipient. These “phishing” e-mails contain a link to a clone of HMRC’s website where the recipient is asked to

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New Bribery Laws

New legislation came into force last year to overhaul and modernise bribery laws dating back to 1889. Businesses are advised to review their position and take necessary action now to avoid prosecution… Effective from 1 July 2011, the Bribery Act aims to combat bribery in the UK

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Online VAT Return Rules Change

Changes will come into force this year regarding the submission and payment of VAT returns which may affect businesses not already registered online… Since April 2010, businesses have been required to submit VAT returns online and pay any VAT due electronically if either of the following applies:

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Merry Christmas from Champion!

With best wishes of the season to all clients, friends and associates of Champion Accountants. Our offices will close on 4.00pm on Friday 21st December and re-open at 9.00am on Wednesday 2nd January 2013.

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Legal Services Act Seminar – Liverpool

Thursday 2nd FebruaryThe Foresight Centre, University of Liverpool, 1 Brownlow Street, L39 6GL8.15am – 10.00am Itinerary Arrival, Networking and Breakfast 8.15am – 8.35amPresentation 8.35am – 9.35amNetworking and Refreshments 9.35am to 10.00am Content Impact and Opportunities Arising for the Legal Profession For anyone involved in the UK legal profession, the Legal Services

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