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.
Academy Trust Handbook 2026 Changes
Academies Accounts Direction 2025 to 2026 (AAD)
Latest Academy Newswire
Important Alert – Watch out for Unauthorised Changes of VAT records
New form for notifying HMRC of VAT errors
Zero Rating of Face Masks
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
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🍂 Our Autumn 2026 Bulletin is here!
The latest edition of the HWB Bulletin is packed with useful updates, practical advice and news from across the HWB team.
Inside this issue:
📌 Year-end tax planning tips for business owners
📌 Making Tax Digital for Income Tax and who may be exempt
📌 An update on the changes to FRS 102
📌 Inherited estates and Deeds of Variation
📌 Business planning and preparing for the future
📌 Latest HWB news, events and our continued support for Sophie’s Legacy
Whether you’re looking ahead to the end of the tax year or simply want to keep up with the latest developments, there’s plenty worth a read.
👉 Read the HWB Autumn 2026 Bulletin: link in bio
#HWBAccountants #TaxPlanning #BusinessAdvice #MakingTaxDigital #AutumnBulletin
STAYING INFORMED: Our Director, Tom Young had a fantastic day at the Propertymark Southampton Regional Conference held at St Mary`s stadium.
He says: “From insightful discussions on industry trends and legislation to catching up with professionals from across the sector, it was a great opportunity to learn, network, and stay informed ahead of developments shaping the property sector.”
Propertymark is the leading membership body for property agents in the UK.
At HWB Chartered Accountants we specialise in property accounting: https://www.hwb-accountants.com/specialist/property-accountants/
Leasehold property management set for major regulatory overhaul
The government has announced plans to introduce a formal regulatory framework for leasehold managing agents, marking one of the most significant changes to the sector in recent years.
Read the full article by clicking the link in our bio.
Directors loan accounts – Avoid the unexpected tax trap
Company owners often withdraw monies from their business that is not salary or dividends, this borrowing can be useful but if it is not managed properly tax charges will arise.
Read the full article by clicking the link in our bio.
New home ownership scheme aims to boost first-time buyers
The government has announced plans for a new initiative designed to help more first-time buyers onto the property ladder amid ongoing affordability challenges across the housing market.
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A fantastic result both on and off the course!
Directors Tom Young and James Flood were delighted to support the Rose Road Golf Day and are proud to have finished in 1st place with 96 points, ahead of some excellent competition. Congratulations to all the teams who took part and helped make the day such a success.
More importantly, together we helped raise an incredible £17,490 for Rose Road Association, supporting children and young adults with complex physical and learning disabilities through specialist care, life-enhancing services, and family support programmes.
A huge thank you to everyone at @The Rose Road Association for organising such a memorable day of golf, networking, and fundraising. We would also like to thank Chris Braxton for joining us! We were honoured to be involved and look forward to supporting future events.
Congratulations also to all the competition winners, including David Bright (Nearest the Pin) and Zac Chilman (Longest Drive).
We are collecting advent calendars for @sophies_legacy to deliver to children who will be spending December in hospital.
If you would like to donate, please deliver to our office by 20 November 💛
On Sunday, Director Matt Cooper had the pleasure of inviting @amirihomesuk to enjoy corporate hospitality at the Vitality Stadium for the AFC Bournemouth vs Sunderland fixture.
With Bournemouth securing a 2-0 victory, it was a fantastic -afternoon both on and off the pitch. We were delighted to experience the new Club 1899 and spend valuable time with our guests in such a great setting.
