Looking for a prompt, efficient accountant? Our accounts and tax return service has a two week turnaround.

Are you saving the tax on your dividends? Shareholders have been paying 7.5% tax on their dividends for a couple of years now but as this was a notional tax for a long time it’s important to remember to put this aside each month.

Here at Darcey & Bate we try to give something back to the community. Did you know we have a number of charities and clubs that we offer accountancy services to free of charge.

Are you looking to start a business and need advice on whether to be a sole trader or set up a Limited company? We offer a free initial consultation!

If you still haven’t completed your 2017/18 personal tax return we are happy to help! The deadline is Thursday 31st January.

Are you ready for making tax digital? If you need any advice contact one of our team on 01530 414 285.

Are you self employed and looking to get your tax return done and out of the way so you can enjoy the summer? We currently have a two week turnaround on accounts and tax return completion.

Still trying to get to grips with your MTD software? We offer on site training. Contact [email protected]

@llwib19 what a fantastic event and we’re very proud at Darcey and Bate of our new trophy

We only went an won small business of the year in the Leicestershire Live Women in Business awards

It’s nearly awards time #LLBE19

We are working from the office and will continue to do so unless advised otherwise. Please don’t visit if you are unwell, if any one your household has been unwell or have recently travelled to a country affected by COVID-19. We will continue to monitor the situation closely.

For updates on the Coronavirus and how it impacts on your business and employees please check our blog darceyandbateaccountants.com/blog

Coronavirus We are open and will be working from the office. We are assessing the situation daily. However, for the safety of both our clients and our staff and their families, we will not be accepting visitors in to the office. We hope you understand. Stay safe everyone!

After tonight’s Coronavirus update we can confirm that the office is now closed. Kayleigh will be working from home to answer calls and emails and to ensure we meet all deadlines.

If your business has been affected by Covid, we have lots of useful information on our website darceyandbateaccountants.com/blog, with various government support schemes & links to grants that may be available to you.

The Government has announced today, that Furlough will be extended until March 2021 & will be paid at 80% for November, December & January. Please visit our website for more information: darceyandbateaccountants.com/blog

It has been announced today, that the Self Employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS) grant, will be paid at 80% of historic profits for November, December & January, upto a maximum of £7,500. Please visit our blog for more information: darceyandbateaccountants.com/blog

The Minimum Wage has increased from 1st April 2021: NLW for 23 years & over ~ £8.91 21-22 years ~ £8.36 18-20 years ~ £6.56 16-17 years £4.62 Apprentice £4.30 If you would like to discuss how the new rates effect your business, please give us a call on 01530 414 285.

It’s that time of year again! Who has yet to complete their 2020/21 tax return? If, like many, you have a large tax bill as a result of SEISS grants received, and expect your income to be lower in 2021/22, it may be worth looking at reducing your payments on account.