It is with great sadness that we share that Charles Hunt, founder and former Managing Partner of Blue Spire, passed away on 24 September 2026. There are some people whose personality becomes part of the fabric of a business, and for Blue Spire, Charles was one of those people. For those of us who knew
If you are a company director or a person with significant control (PSC), there is an important Companies House requirement that should be on your radar. Identity verification became a legal requirement in November 2025 and, as we move further through 2026, more existing directors and PSCs are reaching the point at which they need
MTD for Income Tax is now a reality for hundreds of thousands of sole traders and landlords across the UK. Since 6 April 2026, individuals with qualifying income of more than £50,000 from self-employment and property have been required to use MTD for Income Tax. And September marks another important point in the rollout, as
It’s an exciting time at Blue Spire, and as our team continues to grow, we’re looking for three talented people to join us at our offices in Chichester. We’re a friendly, established firm of Chartered Accountants, working with a wide range of businesses and individuals across Chichester, West Sussex and beyond. While we take what
If you’re self-employed and pay tax through Self Assessment, 31 July may be an important date in your calendar. For many people, it’s the deadline for making their second ‘payment on account’ towards their next tax bill. But what happens if 31 July has been and gone and you haven’t paid? First of all, don’t
My name is William, and I’ve recently finished my A Levels. As I’m currently considering a career in accountancy, I was excited to spend a week on work experience at Blue Spire to get a better understanding of what it’s really like working in an accountancy practice. One of the tasks I was given during
This week, we were delighted to welcome work experience student Ned to Blue Spire. Over the course of the week, Ned spent time with each of our departments, giving him the opportunity to experience the many different roles that make up a modern accountancy practice. From accounts and payroll to our specialist Not-for-Profit team and
If you’ve been hearing more about Making Tax Digital recently and wondering whether it affects you, you’re certainly not alone. Many sole traders and landlords are now preparing for their first Making Tax Digital submission, and with the first deadline approaching on 7 August, it’s understandable that many business owners have questions. The good news?
If you’re self-employed, keeping accurate financial records is one of the most important things you can do for your business. Good self-employed record keeping isn’t just about staying compliant with HMRC – it’s about understanding your finances, making informed decisions and saving yourself time and stress throughout the year. Whether you’re a sole trader, freelancer
We were incredibly proud to be named Employer of the Year at the Chichester Chamber Chichester & Bognor Business Awards. Whilst receiving the award was a fantastic moment for everyone at Blue Spire, what made it even more special was what it recognised. This wasn’t just about the work we do – it was about
Choosing the right bookkeeping software is one of the most important decisions a business can make. It affects everything from day-to-day financial management to long-term planning, cash flow and compliance. While there are now more cloud accounting platforms available than ever before, Xero continues to be our preferred choice at Blue Spire. As a Xero
At Blue Spire, giving back has always been an important part of who we are. For the past five years, we have donated £10 for every new client we have gained through our partnership with B1G1. This has enabled us to support a variety of worthwhile causes and make a positive impact beyond our day-to-day
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