Insights
Articles and features by the Richardson Swift team focusing on the current business and financial issues that matter most.
29/10/26
Autumn Budget 2026: Breathing Space for Businesses, or More of the Same?
The Chancellor promised "breathing space for today and hope for the future" for families in this year's Autumn Budget. But has it delivered for businesses across the region?
04/08/26
What AI Can't Tax: The Human Element of Family Wealth
As AI takes over more of tax and advisory work, where does that leave human judgment? A look at the cases, the law, and the moments where technology simply cannot go.
19/06/26
Bath Dragons crown Wild Flour Cake Company as 2026 winner
Wild Flour Cake Co has been crowned the winner of Bath Dragons 2026. We caught up with founder Jessica Langford-Snape to hear about the journey from kitchen table startup to award-winning bakery, and what’s next for the growing business.
16/05/26
AI, People and the Future for Employers
AI is no longer just a future consideration for businesses. It’s already changing workflows, employee expectations and the way services are delivered. In this article, we explore the key themes discussed during a recent panel discussion on AI, people and the future of business.
01/05/26
THE NEW INHERITANCE TAX LANDSCAPE: 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
This article outlines the key Inheritance Tax changes coming into effect in 2026 and 2027. It covers pensions, gifting, business reliefs and planning structures, highlighting the need for a more joined-up approach as long-standing assumptions begin to shift.
05/02/26
The April Countdown: Navigating the 2026 Tax Shift
The April Countdown: Navigating the 2026 Tax Shift. We are standing at the precipice of some of the most significant shifts in the UK tax landscape for a generation, says Calvin Healy, Director and Head of Tax at Richardson Swift
21/01/26
Bath Dragons 2026
Bath Dragons 2026 Launches With A New Cash Prize As Well As A £20,000 Support Package for Growing Businesses Across Bath
13/11/25
Significant changes ahead for UK Company reporting
From April 2027 there will be a major shift from the current rules. Find out what this means for you.
13/11/25
The Festive Joy of Trivial Benefits
Christmas is coming, so why not treat yourself with a little help from HMRC? If you haven’t yet used your Trivial Benefits, they could make a sizable contribution towards a few festive luxuries.