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Our expert VAT consultants are always looking for ways to improve the training and advice they give. This advice hub is packed with the latest articles and news about VAT, hints and tips for accountants and businesses, blogs, infographics and all kinds of other useful content about VAT.

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VAT Registration Guide for Accountants

Although Rachel Reeves’ Budget on 26th November 2025 did not introduce any changes to the UK VAT registration threshold, it remains important for businesses - and accountants supporting their clients - to stay prepared for any future amendments. With this in mind, we have created this guide to help you stay informed and ready should further updates arise.

Charities - Available VAT Reliefs on Purchases

Certain purchases made by registered charities become liable to the zero or reduced-rate, whereas when purchased by a business, these would often be liable to the standard rate, however, the VAT reliefs charities can claim are limited in scope. This guide outlines the main areas where these reliefs are available, helping you understand how VAT applies to your organisation can help reduce costs and improve compliance.

Do I Charge VAT as a Sole Trader?

This guide outlines key questions frequently raised by sole traders and explains how working with a VAT specialist such as The VAT People could improve your VAT management processes and support greater operational efficiency.

A guide to VAT for residential property developers

Converting a property can be an incredibly long-winded and difficult task, which can take months or even years to complete. And while the physical labour involved in developing property is usually considered, the costing and tax issues associated with this process can be overlooked, despite the fact that they are of equal importance.

Changes to Retrospective VAT Reporting Errors

HMRC has confirmed that businesses can no longer correct mistakes on submitted VAT returns by using the ‘Notification of errors in VAT returns’ form (VAT652). Instead, the method for making a correction now depends on both the value of the error and the circumstances that led to it. Different reporting routes apply, and selecting the correct one is important to remain compliant and avoid further scrutiny from HMRC.

VAT and the Cosmetic Surgery Industry

Many businesses that provide procedures, including Botox, dermal fillers, hair transplants and other similar procedures, believe that the services they provide are exempt from VAT as they are being provided for medical purposes. However, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will regard the procedures that are primarily for aesthetic purposes as a VATable supply at the standard rate (20%).