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October 7, 2025
Is the age of HMRC forbearance finally over?
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic (September 2020), HMRC’s overdue debt surged to over £70bn, a level raised by the Coronavirus VAT Deferment Scheme and other forbearance measures. Overdue debt reduced to £44bn by December 2024, which prime facie represented a substantial reduction of £26bn. However, this apparent progress masks a number of factors … Continued
April 9, 2025
Top Trumps: How Trump’s tariffs are changing the game
Trump is back in the White House, and so are the tariffs. Once described as the most beautiful word in the English vocabulary, for many the word ‘tariff’ is more likely to evoke feelings of worry and concern. In just weeks, sweeping new trade barriers have been erected, impacting hundreds of billions in imports, reigniting … Continued
April 9, 2025
KR8 Advisory Expands with New Leeds Office!
Following our successful launch in January 2025 with offices in Manchester and London, we’re excited to announce the opening of our new Leeds office — a key step in our growth journey.