Dear Duncan,

Welcome to our monthly newswire designed to keep you informed of the latest business and tax issues. Please contact us if you have any questions. Remember, we're here to help.

Pensions changes
Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Mark Hoban MP has announced a series of changes to the pension rules.
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31 October self assessment deadline
HMRC are warning taxpayers who wish to file a paper (non electronic) tax return for the 2009/10 tax year, that the return should generally reach them by midnight on Sunday 31 October 2010.
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European case may boost paternity rights
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling may impact on UK additional paternity leave rules which come into force for babies due from 3 April 2011 onwards.
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The Equality Act 2010
From 1 October 2010 a new wide ranging piece of employment law legislation came into force.
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Enhanced capital allowances changes
Enhanced Capital Allowances (ECAs) of 100% are available to any size of business which buys brand new energy saving plant and machinery, including water saving plant.
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Changes to NIC cards
HMRC advise individuals of their National Insurance number for the first time by sending out a plastic card.
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E101 changes
From 11 November 2010 HMRC will change the way that individuals apply of an E101 certificate.
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Increase in the standard rate of VAT
The standard rate of VAT will increase from 17.5% to 20% with effect for any supply made on or after 4 January 2011.
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Kind regards

David Meacher-Jones
Meacher-Jones Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers
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