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Spring Academy Update

Spring Academy News Update Here is our round up of the latest news for academy schools. If you have any questions on the areas discussed please do contact our experienced Academy Team. Start grey area Jump to sections: 1. A … More >>

Good news for Academies on LGPS employer contribution rates

Good news for Academies on LGPS employer contribution rates Many of the new Academies have faced problems and inconsistent treatment in respect of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). As an Academy the Academy Trust becomes a Scheme Employer under … More >>

January Academy Update

Academies Update – January 2012 Here are our latest updates on news and developments affecting Academy schools. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding any area of this update. Regularity audit If you have been speaking to us in … More >>

College appeals VAT rating on new buildings

College appeals VAT rating on new buildings Following a decision by an HMRC tribunal at the beginning of last year that the construction of a new college building should not qualify for zero rating for VAT purposes, an appeal has … More >>

Catholic faith schools set to convert to Academies

Catholic faith schools set to convert to Academies Faith schools across England are set to convert to Academy Status within months, as Catholic Church relaxes its attitude to the conversion process. Dozens of faith schools are readying themselves to make … More >>

Autumn Statement 2011: Schools and education sector

Autumn Statement 2011: Schools and education Here is our summary of the Autumn Statement announcements for schools and the education sector: A further £380 million a year by 2014–15 was pledged for 15 hours free education and care a week for … More >>

Effective financial management for academy schools

CIPFA urges academy schools to consider effective financial management The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) warns academies could fail if they don’t professionally manage their funding. In response to a survey released this week by the Key, which suggests … More >>

Gift Aid and Payroll Giving Guide for Schools

School Charities – Gift Aid and Payroll Giving guide HMRC have published a Gift Aid and Payroll Giving guide for School Charities. The guide contains information and simple examples specifically related to funds received by school charities to help make … More >>

HMRC’s Latest Campaign Targeting Private Tutors

HMRC’s latest campaign targeting private tutors HMRC have announced their latest campaign into those who have income from providing private tuition and coaching as a main or secondary income. HMRC are to use legal powers to obtain information about payments … More >>

VAT reclaim scheme for Academy Schools

Here is an update on key changes affecting businesses in the charity, education and not for profit sectors, brought to you by Majid Sadeghi, our Partner who specialises in these sectors. We would be happy to discuss with you any area covered to see how you could … More >>