Abac Chartered Accountants

What a brilliant turnout for Wednesday night’s event, “Beyond the Bottom Line – Building Wealth & Keeping It.” 👏

Julian was delighted to be part of such an informative evening hosted by Siobhan McGrath from Danske Bank, alongside T Balendran from Davy Wealth Management. Great conversations, valuable insights, and plenty of discussion around planning confidently for the future. 💼📈

Thanks to everyone who came along and made the evening such a success. It was fantastic to connect with so many people on the night.

📢Job Opportunity

Our client is currently recruiting for a full-time Bookkeeper.

📩Send your CV to [email protected] to apply.
📍Based in Victoria Bridge.

The new tax year started April 6 📆
A fresh opportunity to take control of your finances and get ahead 💼

Now’s the time to:
✔️ Review where you stand
✔️ Make the most of your allowances
✔️ Plan smarter for the year ahead
Start early. Stay ahead. Keep more of what you earn 💡

We’ve covered some of the key changes here, and you can visit our website for a full summary of everything you need to know 👉 https://www.abacni.co.uk/key-changes-approaching-in-2026-in-northern-ireland/

🐣✨ Easter Office Closure Notice ✨🐣

We’ll be taking a short break over the Easter holiday.

📅 Closing: Friday 3rd April at 1pm
📅 Reopening: Wednesday 8th April at 8:30am

Wishing all our clients a happy and relaxing Easter 🐰🥚

🚛 Update for Individuals and Haulage Companies Purchasing Diesel in Ireland

There have been important changes announced that could significantly reduce fuel costs:

✔️ Immediate Relief at the Pump

- A total reduction of 22 cents per litre (20c excise duty cut + 2c NORA levy waived)
- Excise duty cut effective from 25 March until 31 May and NORA levy to be paused from April to May

✔️ Enhanced Diesel Rebate Scheme

- Rebate increased from 7.5c to 12c per litre until 30 June for eligible haulage operators
- This means an additional 4.5c per litre
- The increased rebate is backdated to January 2026

With ongoing cost pressures in the haulage sector, keeping up to date with changes like this is more important than ever.

Are you confident your workplace pension responsibilities are fully covered? 💼

With strict rules around automatic enrolment, contributions, and ongoing compliance, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks and penalties can be costly ⚠️

Our latest article breaks down what employers need to know to stay compliant, avoid fines, and keep everything running smoothly ✅

👉 Read more here: https://www.abacni.co.uk/understanding-workplace-pension-compliance/

🚨 Reminder for Employers

Minimum wage rates increase from 1 April 2026 📅

Now is the time to review your payroll and ensure your business is fully compliant before the changes come into effect ✅

📊 See below for a summary of the changes.

💷 Funding Opportunity for NI Businesses

Are you looking to cut costs, improve efficiency, and make your business more sustainable?

You could be eligible for an Invest NI grant offering up to £50,000 to support investment in equipment that reduces material use, water consumption, and waste. Helping your business operate smarter and greener.🌳

⏳If you’re considering applying, now is the time to start the process.

Read our latest article for full details👉 https://www.abacni.co.uk/invest-ni-resource-efficiency-capital-grant/

Last-Minute Tax Planning Before 5 April ⏳

With the UK Tax Year End fast approaching on 5 April, now is a good time to review your finances and make sure you’ve used the allowances available to you this tax year.

Some areas worth checking include:
💷 Pension contributions
📈 ISA allowances
📊 Capital gains allowances
💰 Dividend allowances

We’ve shared some last-minute tips in our recent article, highlighting a few things individuals and business owners may wish to consider before the deadline👉 https://www.abacni.co.uk/last-minute-tips-to-take-advantage-of-tax-allowances-before-5-april/

Spring Statement 2026 Summary 💼📈

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, delivered the UK Spring Statement 2026 today.

No major tax changes were announced. The focus was on updated forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility. 💷

However, with the new tax year approaching, businesses should ensure they are prepared for measures previously announced in the Autumn Budget.

Read our full summary here 👉https://www.abacni.co.uk/uk-spring-statement-2026/