Are you a CIC thinking of converting to a Charity? Here’s what you need to know… In September, the government finally brought in long-awaited legislation making it possible for a community interest company (CIC) to convert to a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). Becoming a charity is only really appropriate if you’re [...]
Griffin Open Exeter Office A Devon accountancy firm has opened its second office, three years after opening its first. Griffin Chartered Accountants has taken a two floor suite at Silverdown Office Park at Exeter Airport Business Park, following on from its first in Honiton. Graham Higgins, who founded the company [...]
Griffin shortlisted as Apprentice Employer of the Year Griffin are delighted to be shortlisted in the 2018 Express and Echo Business Awards as Apprentice Employer of the Year. The firm places great value on its apprenticeship scheme and invests significant amounts of time and money to ensure they receive the [...]
Griffin reach Gold Xero Partner status Griffin’s Xero expertise has been further recognised with the awarding of Gold Partner Status, owing to their growing portfolio of clients utilising the cloud accountancy package. The firm has gained an excellent reputation for their Xero know-how and have clients across the South West, [...]
Setting up a Social Enterprise - which legal structure should you choose? When setting up a Social Enterprise, you can choose from a number of different legal structures. Your choice will have an impact on the amount of tax you pay, and any grants or investment opportunities. There are several [...]
Griffin expertise adds weight to SWGS partnership proposition Griffin Chartered Accountants have become the latest company to join the South West Growth Service group of partners, adding their growing capability to supporting SMEs across the SW peninsula. The Honiton based firm, founded by Misty Nickells and Graham Higgins, provide exceptional [...]
Funding supports new gym opening A bespoke gym has opened in East Devon after bank funding was arranged by Honiton-headquartered Griffin Chartered Accountants. Health and fitness entrepreneur Craig Bernhardt of B Health & Fitness, who already has a successful gym in Dorset, was initially turned down for funding by his [...]
Are you missing out on R&D tax credits? There are thousands of pounds being lost in tax relief by eligible companies every year. This reflects the common misconception that Research and Development (R&D) is confined to manufacturing plants, tech giants or research laboratories, when in reality, the ideas and inspirations [...]
Charity Commission Cracking Down The Charity Commission is following through on its threat to crack down on trustees that fail to submit their charity’s accounts on time. The regulator issued its first official warning to a charity this July, and has since opened investigations into other organisations. “I don’t [...]
What is a Social Enterprise? ‘Social Enterprise’ has become a fashionable concept, with many businesses proudly proclaiming their credentials. But, do businesses really understand what a Social Enterprise is and how to become one? There are a number of misconceptions about the term and what it means. What is a [...]
