Maternity Allowance: What Self-Employed People Should Know
Self-employed individuals in the UK do not usually qualify for Statutory Maternity Pay, as this is paid by employers. Instead, many self-employed parents can claim Maternity Allowance, a government benefit designed to provide financial support during pregnancy and after childbirth. You may be eligible for Maternity Allowance if, during the 66 weeks before the week […]
AUTUMN BUDGET 2025
Dividend Tax: Tax rise by 2% on dividend income from 8.75% to 10.75%, while for the higher rate from 33.75% to 35.75%. Property Tax: The basic tax rate on rental income will be 22%, higher rate will be 42%, and the additional rate will be 47%, effective from April 2027 to 2028. Minimum Wage: Over-21 […]