£120,000 VAT scam exposed: HMRC sentences small business owner
A clothing wholesaler from Rochdale has been sentenced by HMRC after forging documents to steal almost £120,000 in VAT repayments. more»
Expert: Simon Caldwell
Simon Caldwell is deputy editor at Business Advice. He has a BA in politics and communications from the University of Liverpool, and has previously worked as a content editor in local government and the ecommerce industry.
Articles by Simon Caldwell
The Apprentice 2018 Episode 2 review: What “real” entrepreneurs think of the candidates
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"I've just caught my accountant in the bath with my wife, so won't be able to file my accounts on time." Is this a plausible excuse for late submission? It was for one director. Find out the strangest excuses received by Companies House from businesses trying to swerve a financial penalty. more»
New payslip deadline just 6 months away: Here’s what employers need to know
Employers have been reminded that there are just six months remaining until new legislation is introduced changing the requirements of employee payslips. more»
Part of the Club: How Workspace is building a loyal community of entrepreneurs
Business Advice visited Workspace's network of co-working venues across London for a day to find out why working within a community of like-minded entrepreneurs beats the bedroom gig. more»
What is the difference between a partnership and a limited company?
When launching a new venture, you will want the business to be legally recognised. But which structure is right for you? more»
Swole Panda: Sustainable bamboo clothing from young menswear entrepreneurs
As part of our Young Entrepreneurs series, we caught up with Oliver and James Slacke, co-founders of bamboo-based fashion brand Swole Panda. more»
