What is the Employment Allowance increase for small businesses?
The Employment Allowance has risen from £4,000 to £5,000. This means that businesses and charities whose NIC liabilities were under £100,000 will be able to claim up to £5,000 off their employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) bill.
Small Business Brexit Support Fund
Since 15 March 2021, smaller businesses can apply for grants of up to £2,000 to help them adapt to new customs and tax rules when trading with the EU.
Customs changes from 1 January 2021
Many smaller businesses will not have the resources to train and employ their own customs clearance staff in which case you may have to consider using a customs agent or broker.