Trio Accountancy Services Ltd

Trio Accountancy Services Ltd Trio Accountancy Services are accountants who have been based in Cheltenham since 1980. Trio Accountancy Services have been based in Cheltenham since 1980.

The practice is under the directorship of Mark Faherty, Marie Trigg and Verena Worgan. We offer a wealth of experience in accountancy management for UK and overseas based businesses – both small and large. The practice is under the directorship of Mervyn Sanderson who, with his team of accounts and tax professionals, provide the above services. Our primary work ethics can be summed up with the words accuracy, efficiency and friendliness

Alert for employers: Are you aware of how tax rules impact uniforms and protective clothing you provide? It's not one-si...
03/09/2026

Alert for employers: Are you aware of how tax rules impact uniforms and protective clothing you provide? It's not one-size-fits-all. Find out why this matters to your payroll and record-keeping now.

Employers providing uniforms or protective clothing to employees need to understand the tax and National Insurance rules that apply. The treatment depends on whether the clothing is required for the employee’s job, is a uniform worn only at work, or is simply additional clothing provided by the em...

Alert: Claiming business expenses? Keep your receipts and evidence safe! HMRC could ask for proof, so get your records i...
02/09/2026

Alert: Claiming business expenses? Keep your receipts and evidence safe! HMRC could ask for proof, so get your records in order to avoid trouble. Find out why it matters now.

Self-employed individuals can deduct allowable business expenses from their income when calculating taxable profits. However, businesses must keep accurate records and evidence to support the costs being claimed.

Missed your tax deadline? You might have a reasonable excuse that could save you from penalties. Serious illness, bereav...
02/09/2026

Missed your tax deadline? You might have a reasonable excuse that could save you from penalties. Serious illness, bereavement, or unexpected tech failures could count. Find out how acting quickly helps and when to appeal. Read on to see if you qualify.

Missing a tax deadline can result in penalties from HMRC, but a taxpayer may be able to appeal if they have a genuine reasonable excuse. Whether an excuse is accepted depends on the individual facts and whether the taxpayer took action to put things right without unnecessary delay.

Alert: Are your workers classified correctly? Missteps in employment status can bring unexpected tax bills, fines, and l...
01/09/2026

Alert: Are your workers classified correctly? Missteps in employment status can bring unexpected tax bills, fines, and lost rights. Find out why reviewing this now could save your business trouble. Read on to see what you need to check.

Businesses should regularly review whether individuals working for them are correctly classified as employees, workers or self-employed. Getting employment status wrong can result in unexpected tax liabilities, penalties and loss of employment rights.

VAT registration just got a lot more interesting! Did you know you might reclaim VAT on some costs from before you were ...
01/09/2026

VAT registration just got a lot more interesting! Did you know you might reclaim VAT on some costs from before you were even registered? It could mean reclaiming VAT on goods bought up to four years prior and services up to six months earlier, but only if they're linked to your current business. Intrigued? Find out why this could impact your next VAT return and what special rules might affect you.

Businesses that register for VAT may be able to reclaim VAT paid on certain goods and services purchased before VAT registration. 

Unlock confidence for your business funding journey with HMRC's advance assurance. Curious how this could boost investor...
28/08/2026

Unlock confidence for your business funding journey with HMRC's advance assurance. Curious how this could boost investor trust? Find out why it matters now.

Businesses seeking investment through the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) or Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) can benefit from obtaining advance assurance from HMRC before approaching investors.

Employers, did you know the official interest rate for beneficial loans just changed to 3.75% for 2026-27? This could me...
27/08/2026

Employers, did you know the official interest rate for beneficial loans just changed to 3.75% for 2026-27? This could mean tax tweaks for employees taking loans below this rate. Keeping track makes all the difference. Find out why this matters for your payroll and reporting.

Employers providing loans to employees or directors need to ensure they correctly calculate any taxable benefit using HMRC’s official rate of interest. Where a loan is provided at no interest or at a rate below the official rate, a taxable benefit may arise. These types of loans are referred to as...

Big news for sole traders and partnerships! Incorporation Relief can mean you defer your Capital Gains Tax when moving y...
26/08/2026

Big news for sole traders and partnerships! Incorporation Relief can mean you defer your Capital Gains Tax when moving your business to a limited company. Wondering how this could affect your finances? Find out why it matters now and what you might need to consider before making a move. Read on to uncover the details and see if this could be a game-changer for your business tax planning.

When a sole trader or the partners in a partnership transfer a business to a limited company, Capital Gains Tax (CGT) may arise. This is because business assets are normally treated as being transferred at their market value, which may be considerably more than their original cost.

Alert: Missing a tax notification to HMRC could land you with a penalty. If you have overlooked a tax liability, steppin...
25/08/2026

Alert: Missing a tax notification to HMRC could land you with a penalty. If you have overlooked a tax liability, stepping forward now could help reduce fines. Find out why acting fast matters and how your cooperation makes a difference. Read on to see what you need to know.

If you become liable to pay a tax or register for a tax that HMRC has not already been informed about, you must notify HMRC within the relevant time limit. Failing to do so can result in a financial penalty in addition to the tax and any interest due.

Alert for new businesses: registering for Corporation Tax on time is crucial. Missed deadlines could mean penalties. Fin...
24/08/2026

Alert for new businesses: registering for Corporation Tax on time is crucial. Missed deadlines could mean penalties. Find out why this matters now and how to stay on track.

Companies and other organisations that are liable for Corporation Tax must ensure they register with HMRC at the correct time. Failing to register when required could result in missed filing obligations and potential penalties.

Address

The Limes, Bayshill Road
Cheltenham
GL503AW

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441242584046

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