Can Chichester catch a Chinese cold? As Chinese economic issues continue to ripple out across the world, I found myself wondering what impact a Chinese slowdown, or even meltdown could have on us here in Chichester. If you are like me and often see these stories on the news and think to yourself that is […]
We are delighted to welcome Lucy Sampson to the Evans Weir team this month. Lucy has joined us as trainee accountant and will be working with us on an apprenticeship whilst continuing her studies. Currently learning to drive, Lucy mixes being a girly girl with her interest in pit bikes where she rides her own […]
Not only are we proud to support our clients through the accounting and financial advice services we offer, but also by promoting the inspiring work they do. Animal Care in Egypt, ACE, is a small charity in Luxor that provides free veterinary care for thousands of vulnerable working animals. 15 years ago, ACE was founded […]
Recruiting new staff, without cutting corners Advertisement The CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel Development) estimates that the average cost of recruiting the wrong person is £8,200, rising to £12,000 for senior managers. SMEs are naturally keen to reduce costs wherever possible, however cutting corners when recruiting new staff can lead to some terrible decisions, increasing […]
Thanks to those of you who have already registered for the Chichester Half Marathon. We are delighted that there are so many keen runners amongst you! The event takes place on Sunday 11th October 2015, and Evans Weir is sponsoring the Works Trophy, which pits local companies and corporate running squads against one another. Any […]
From the start of the next financial year (6 April 2016) the state pension will transform into a flat rate structure. This is a significant change, affecting everyone who reaches state pension age on or after the said date. The new rules require at least 10 years of full contributions for any of the flat […]
Chichester Half Marathon – The Works Trophy Sponsored by Evans Weir – Get involved! We are delighted to announce that we will once again be throwing our support behind the Chichester Half Marathon, which takes place on 11th October 2015. However, this year we have worked with Children on the Edge to come up with […]
Children on the Edge – our Charity Neighbours For those of you that are regular visitors to the Chichester office, you will know that we share our offices in The Victoria with Children on the Edge, a small charity that packs a big punch. Several clients have asked us about their work and as they […]
Have we just witnessed the first of 2 or 3 budgets in 2015? With an election looming there is every chance a change in lead party or an incoming minority Government will result in at least one further budget between now and the end of the year, more if we have to run the election […]
Small business owners should be aware that RTI penalties for companies with less than 50 employees kicked in from March 2015. RTI has now been in existence for a few years, gradually rolling out to businesses of all sizes and now that the system is fully implemented, the final part of the jigsaw is being […]
Auto Enrolment – obligation again! We are aware that The Pensions Regulator has recently started contacting smaller companies notifying them of their staging date and asking them to nominate a contact for future communications regarding Auto Enrolment. A sample letter is shown here >> Auto Enrolment obligation is a legal policy and failure to respond […]
In 2014 the rules around provision of certain legal services changed… The body that oversees accountancy practices, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) became a regulator and licensing authority, meaning consumers looking for probate services are now able to use appropriately qualified ICAEW Chartered Accountants as an alternative to traditional providers. […]