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What is Making Tax Digital? A guide for Small Businesses in Northampton

For local businesses, Making Tax Digital Northampton is the government’s initiative to modernise the tax system, requiring you to keep digital records of your income and expenses and submit tax information to HMRC using approved software. It aims to make tax reporting more efficient and reduce errors. When does MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment… Learn More What is Making Tax Digital? A guide for Small Businesses in Northampton

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How to find an accountant in Northampton?

What should you look for when searching for an accountant in Northampton? Here’s some great questions you can ask your Acccountant in Northampton when you are looking for new services. If you’re a growing business and would like to find out about expert accounting services in Northampton, get in touch with our team today.  Send… Learn More How to find an accountant in Northampton?

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Reflecting on National Payroll Week

National Payroll Week was celebrated in early September, recognising the contribution of payroll professionals up and down the country! These hardworking people are responsible for making sure the working population gets paid accurately and on time and contributes to the collection of £473.8 billion in income tax and National Insurance through PAYE. We spoke to… Learn More Reflecting on National Payroll Week

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Update on new changes for Company Directors

If you’re a Limited Company Director, you may have been sent an update about some recent changes for Limited Company Directors. Essentially, if you’re a company director in the UK, you will face stricter identity verification, as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act.  From Autumn 2025, all directors, Persons of Significant Control… Learn More Update on new changes for Company Directors

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CASE STUDY: How Coopers&Co helped iX5 Environmental Services grow with confidence

Discover how iX5 Environmental Services transformed their operations with expert accounting and payroll support. This case study shows how Coopers&Co helped simplify compliance, streamline payroll, and create financial clarity, freeing the founder to focus on growing the business.

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Common payroll mistakes to avoid

Avoiding payroll mistakes is critical for any growing business. In this blog, Coopers&Co’s Natalie Standen shares practical advice to help you stay compliant, save time, and protect your team’s trust — while streamlining payroll for long-term success.

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Road tax has changed: Here’s what you need to know (effective 1st April 2025)

Road tax changes 2025 are now live in the UK, impacting petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles. Learn what the new rules mean for you and how Coopers&Co can help.

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YourFD: The smarter financial solution for scaling UK businesses

YourFD by Coopers&Co offers fractional finance director support tailored for UK SMEs. From cash flow planning to strategic decision-making, discover how YourFD gives business owners the clarity, control and confidence to grow, without the full-time FD cost.

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CASE STUDY: How YourFD helped F&I Groundwork scale with confidence

Discover how Coopers&Co’s YourFD service supported F&I Groundwork through rapid growth, providing financial clarity, reduced stress, and smarter decisions.