News
Our news covers a range of subjects, including some of the services that we offer and an update of the recent changes that have, or will take place.
Academies Accounts Direction 2025 to 2026 (AAD)
Latest Academy Newswire
Academies Accounts Direction 2024 to 2025 Summary
Academy Trust Handbook 2024 Changes
Important Alert – Watch out for Unauthorised Changes of VAT records
Academies Accounts Direction 2023 to 2024 Summary
Academy Trust Handbook 2023 Changes
Academies Accounts Direction 2022 to 2023 Summary
Risk Protection Arrangement (RPA) members- is your school cyber secure?
New form for notifying HMRC of VAT errors
Zero Rating of Face Masks
Academies Accounts Direction 2021 to 2022 Summary
Academy Trust Handbook 2021 Changes
Academies Accounts Direction 2020 to 2021 Summary
View my financial insights (VMFI) tool update is now live
Guidance on submitting your audited financial statements for 2019 to 2020
Guidance for schools and academy trusts on governance structures and roles
Procurement Policy Note 02/20: Supplier relief due to COVID-19
Accounts return 2019/20 – counter party data collection
Updated academies chart of accounts
Pupil premium and other grants for 2020 to 2021
Teachers’ pension employer contribution grant supplementary fund
Reminder of advice on aluminium composite material cladding
Making Tax Digital – delayed start for some?
Temporary Classrooms – back to where we were
Zero Rating on New School Buildings
Local Authorities to Stop Charging VAT on Sports Facilities
Update on School Uniform
Temporary Buildings – VAT Treatment
Update to HMRC VAT Notice 701/30 on Education
Update to Form VAT126
Brockenhurst College – Final Verdict – Catering
Brockenhurst College case opens VAT opportunity?
Brockenhurst College case – update
Latest Feeds
Major reforms announced to Apprenticeship Levy
The apprenticeship levy is a tax on employers which can be used to fund apprenticeship training. The purpose of the levy is to fund an increase in the number and quality of apprenticeships.
The Government has introduced significant reforms to the Apprenticeship Levy system, marking the largest overhaul since its launch in 2017. The aim to boost apprenticeship uptake, support early‑career training, and align skills development with national economic priorities.
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Easter greetings: Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter from all of us at HWB.
As a fun event for staff today, we’re hosting a special “Guess the name of the Bunny” challenge.
We hope you enjoy a relaxing and restorative holiday weekend
Our office will be open again on Tuesday
One million miss the Tax Return filing deadline
HMRC has estimated that around a million people missed the 31 January 2026 Self Assessment tax return filing deadline.
Anyone who still needs to file should do so as soon as possible. HMRC applies a fixed £100 late filing penalty immediately, even if no tax is owed.
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A practical look at the Cycle to Work scheme for employers
The Cycle to Work scheme continues to attract interest from employees and employers alike given the tax advantages available.
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Traditional Luncheon: Director Michaela Johns recently attended the Traditional Luncheon Executive Association Solent event, hosted at the beautifully sunny Chewton Glen.
We were pleased to hear from Jessica Gill of Next Stride HR, who delivered an insightful presentation on “The Changing Workplace 2026–2027: Employment Law and Business Reality.”
Jessica outlined key upcoming employment law changes and explored their real-world impact on business owners—highlighting commercial risks, people challenges, and practical steps organisations can take now to stay prepared.
Thank you to Chewton Glen for hosting another excellent and engaging event.
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BHR Social: Director Michaela Johns attended the Business Hub Romsey Social at the beautiful Kimbridge Barn venue in the town.
She said it was an excellent opportunity to catch up with local businesses and meet new connections.
Thank you to Business Hub Romsey for hosting.
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Companies House pauses plan for small and micro businesses to file P&L accounts
Plans requiring small companies and micro entities to submit their profit and loss (P&L) accounts to Companies House have been put on hold, with the previously expected April 2027 start date now officially off the table.
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Tax talk: The FreeAgent Roadshow at the Harbour Hotel Southampton proved to be an excellent occasion.
Associate Director Nick Whitemore delivered an insightful session on Making Tax Digital (MTD), covering everything from client segmentation and workflow planning to building a clear pricing model and empowering teams and clients with the right knowledge.
The event also explored how smart tools, automation, and streamlined filing routines can reduce the admin burden and make MTD smoother for everyone.
Thank you to software company FreeAgent for hosting.
Contact us at HWB today for all your accountancy and business advisory needs.
T: 023 8046 1200
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