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Changes to employer national insurance (NI) announced in the Budget will add over £900 in business costs annually to the average £33,000 wage in the Brighton and Hove area, according to Sussex and South East accountancy firm Carpenter Box.

With Christmas just around the corner, Sussex-based law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter is offering timely advice for homeowners looking to sell before the year-end. The festive season presents unique challenges, from reduced working hours to a rush on transactions, but a few key steps can help ensure a smoother sale.

For years, peat has been a popular choice in gardening and horticulture, known for its ability to retain moisture and support plant growth. But as awareness grows around peat extraction’s environmental impact, gardeners and growers are increasingly turning to sustainable alternatives. Coir, a renewable resource derived from coconut husks, offers a powerful, eco-friendly solution. At CoirProducts of Salike®, we’re leading the way in providing peat-free, high-quality coir products that not only help plants thrive but also support a healthier planet.

Carpenter Box has been named the Tax Team of the Year at the prestigious 2024 Accounting Excellence Awards. 

Horsham District Council is inviting local apprenticeship employers and training providers with apprenticeship courses to book a free stand now for their upcoming Apprenticeship Fair. This popular event will take place Saturday 8 February 2025 from 10am to 2pm at the Council’s Parkside offices in Chart Way, Horsham.

Responding to the Chancellor’s proposals on pension reform, Shevaun Haviland, Director General at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: 

-Half (50%) of UK businesses say they have been impacted by the conflict in the Middle East.  -This is almost double the proportion (26%) who said they were affected in late October 2023,   -The main impacts cited by businesses are increased costs, shipping disruption and delays, and uncertainty on oil prices.   -Some firms report cancelling work in the Middle East because of the conflict. 

Reacting to the latest ONS Labour Market data published this morning, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy said: 

Funding from Newhaven Enterprise Zone (NEZ) will enable the Jolly Boatman pub in Newhaven to reopen next year with a Lewes brewery set to move in.

Summer 2024 has seen a wealth of new projects completed by the Phoenix Systems trades team. Every workplace fit-out is unique and spans from small office refurbishments to specialist technical fit-outs featuring both interiors and external works for clients across Sussex and Hampshire. Here's a small selection

Responding to the latest interest rate decision by the Bank of England, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said: 

Contractor Pilbeam Construction has strengthened its team with three new hires, boosting its ability to deliver high-quality construction projects across Sussex and the South East.

A new independent taskforce will be launched today to map out an orderly transition for the North Sea that will safeguard tens of thousands of jobs and help secure its long-term future as a critical national asset. 

For those interested in a career in accountancy, Sussex and South East firm Carpenter Box is holding a Trainee Scheme Open Evening in November at their main office in Crescent Road, Worthing.

Mayo Wynne Baxter’s trusts and tax team has doubled in size in the past 30 months – reflecting the increasing demand for specialist legal services across the South East and strengthening the full-service law firm’s ability to provide tailored advice to its growing client base.

We are looking to grow our team! We are a young, fast-growing and dynamic charity, having a huge impact on people’s lives.

People are being encouraged to ‘Make a Difference’ in their communities by embarking on a rewarding career with their local council.

Have you checked your signs for wind damage? It is every business owners responsibility to check signage is safe following storms and high winds to ensure their customers and staff can safely enter the building.

The web is a very competitive place, where most of us are fighting to stand out from the crowd. There is also a level of distrust, afterall it is easy for scammers to set up a website or social media account, so building trust with your audience is essential. Users will also, typically be in a rush and spend only a matter of seconds scanning a product or service page, so it becomes even more essential to quickly make a good impression so they hang around and consider buying from you.

A new Housing board is being set up to give Wealden tenants a greater voice.