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WDS Collects Top 10 Apprenticeship Employer Certificate in Westminster
Director Richard Hall travelled to Westminster to collect our Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers 2026 certificate. It marks our third consecutive year on the list and our best result yet in 10th place.
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Landlord Tax and Compliance in 2026: What Every Property Owner Needs to Know
The rules for landlords are changing. From the new ‘Register your rental property’ service, with Yorkshire deadlines in 2027, to rising EPC standards and the 60-day Capital Gains Tax deadline, here’s what property owners need to know, plus a free downloadable Property Tax Guide.
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10 Costly Tax Mistakes UK Landlords Make (And How To Avoid Them)
Most landlords don’t set out to get their tax wrong — the mistakes creep in quietly. Deborah Wood shares the 10 she sees most often, and how to steer clear of them.
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Making MTD Work For You: Building Routines That Last
MTD for Income Tax is live — and the businesses that find it straightforward are the ones that treat it as a routine, not a deadline. Cloud Accountant Hannah Hall shares the habits that make all the difference.
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Winter Fuel Payment: Are You Going to Be Caught Out?
The Winter Fuel Payment is back for 2025/26 — but if your taxable income exceeds £35,000, HMRC will take it straight back. And if you’re not careful, you could end up repaying two years’ worth at once. Debra Fossett from our Bradford team explains what’s changed, what it means for couples, and what you can do about it.
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Sophie Hoggard Promoted to Audit Assistant Manager
We’re delighted to announce that Sophie Hoggard has been promoted to Audit Assistant Manager, working alongside Richard Hall and Tim Bennet to help lead the firm’s audit function. Sophie has […]
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We’re 10th in the UK Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers
We’re delighted to share that Walter Dawson & Son has placed 10th in this year’s Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers rankings — our best result yet, and our third year […]
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Celebrating a Finalist: Mujahid Khan at the West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards
Mujahid Khan, apprentice accountant at our Bradford office, became the first WDS apprentice to be nominated for a regional award when he was named a finalist at the West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards. We sat down with Muj to hear about his journey — and what the apprenticeship route has given him that a classroom never could.
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MTD for Income Tax: A Simple Guide for Small Business Owners
From April 2026, sole traders and small business owners with gross income over £50,000 must move to quarterly digital reporting under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. This guide explains what changes, what deadlines apply, and the five steps to get your business MTD-ready before April.
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End of Tax Year To Do List
With 5 April 2026 fast approaching, now is the time to review your finances. From ISAs and pensions to capital gains and gifting, our checklist highlights the key allowances you should be making the most of before the tax year closes.
