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Charities SORP 2026 explained in plain English

SORP 2026 applies to charity accounting years starting on or after 1 January 2026. Here is what the Charities SORP is, who has to follow it, the three new income tiers, and the main changes to income, leases and the trustees’ annual report.

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How to claim Gift Aid: a guide for small charities

Gift Aid adds 25p to every £1 an eligible donor gives. Here is how a small charity gets recognised by HMRC, collects valid declarations, keeps the right records and makes a claim, plus the time limits and the Small Donations Scheme.

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How to set up a business in the UK: a step-by-step guide

How to set up a business in the UK in six steps: choose sole trader or limited company, register with HMRC or Companies House, set up your finances, check insurance and the ICO fee, watch VAT and Making Tax Digital thresholds, and know your first-year deadlines.

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