The deadline for paying Class 1A National Insurance contributions is rapidly approaching.

If you reported any taxable benefits on your end of year 'P11D (b) Return of Expense and Benefits - Employers Declaration' forms, you will be required to pay Class 1A National Insurance at a rate of 12.8% on the total benefit values declared. Penalties and interest may result from late payment.

Clients of A4G Solutions if you haven't received your Class 1A payslip from HMRC then forward the cheque to us and we will ensure its safe receipt.

July the 1st saw the beginning of smoke free England , however not all businesses are aware of the legislation, how it effects their workplace and what actions should be put in place to  avoid being issued with a fine.

Signs must be displayed at all entrances within the premises and the sign must be at keast A5 size or you could face a fine of up to £200.

Individuals/employees caught smoking in the workplace face a fixed fine of £50, however the business where the individual is caught smoking will receive a penalty of £2,500.

If your business is still not up to date we strongly recommend that you go to http://www.smokefreeengland.co.uk where all instructions on what action needs to be taken and where you can also print signs for your workplace.

If so, then why not attend our Free forum 'Tax Planning's Best Kept Secret'? The forum will last around an hour and a half and will explore ways that you can make significant reductions to your tax bill using limited liability partnerships.

Together with the Natwest Bank we will be running a London forum on Tuesday 17th July 2007 at their branch located at Waterhouse Square, 138-142 Holborn, London EC1N 2TH. (The nearest tube station to the branch is Chancery Lane ).

The forum will begin at 12 and whilst you wont miss too much of your working day, you are welcome to stay as long as you need for us to answer whatever questions you may have.

There are still a few places available and if you would like to attend then please call Cheryl Taylor on 01474 853856, or email cheryl@a4gsolutions.co.uk

Alternatively, you can also book online at www.a4gsolutions.co.uk/taxsaver where other dates and venues can be viewed.