Resources

Our finance resources are your essential hub for managing and optimising local government finances. Whether you're a seasoned councillor, a newly elected member, or a clerk looking for guidance, our comprehensive resources are designed to support your financial responsibilities. Here, you'll find expert articles, practical guides, responses to government consultations, and the latest updates on regulations and best practices, all tailored specifically to the needs of parish and town councils. Explore our resources to ensure your council's financial health and effectiveness in serving your community.

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09 Jan 2026

Key legislative and financial changes for 2026

This advice note covers the key legislative and financial changes affecting parish and town councils for 2026.

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06 Dec 2024

Employer’s National Insurance

This advice note concerns the impact of the government's changes to national insurance.

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01 Feb 2023

VAT on sporting fees

This advice note concerns VAT on sporting fees.

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21 Apr 2021

VAT reverse charging rules

This advice note concerns the VAT reverse charging rules and only applies to VAT-registered parish and town councils.

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04 Sep 2015

Financial Services Compensation Scheme

This advice note concerns the Financial Services Compensation Scheme established by the Financial Conduct Authority.

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25 Mar 2015

Councillors’ travel allowances

This advice note concerns the payment of travel allowances to both employees and councillors

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12 Mar 2014

Electronic payments to HM Revenue and Customs (England and Wales)

This advice note is about electronic payments to HM Revenue and Customs in England and Wales.

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12 Mar 2014

Repeal of Section 150 (5) of the Local Government Act 1972: Implementation (Wales)

This advice note is about the implementation of the repeal of Section 150 (5) of the Local Government Act 1972 in Wales.

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12 Mar 2014

Repeal of Section 150 (5) of the Local Government Act 1972: Implementation (England)

This advice note is about the implementation of the repeal of Section 150 (5) of the Local Government Act 1972 in England.

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11 Feb 2014

Repeal of Section 150 (5) of the Local Government Act 1972

This advice note concerns the repeal of Section 150 (5) of the Local Government Act 1972.

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