Craig Walker
Senior Tax Manager, Sheffield
Craig is a Chartered Tax Advisor and member of the Association of Taxation Technicians. He is highly experienced and has a wealth of knowledge, having worked at a large regional firm of Chartered Accountants and a top 20 firm.
Craig provides practical tax advice and support to a wide range of clients and business types. He advises on all matters tax related, both corporate and personal, including income, capital gains and inheritance. Craig has extensive knowledge of trusts and estates and is a member of the prestigious Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. He is also highly experienced at providing tax advice to international clients and holds the STEP Advanced Certificate in UK Tax for International Clients.
Craig’s recent articles
PM pledges increase in support for Research & Development
Boris Johnson has told the CBI Conference that he will increase the amount of annual Research and Development (R&D) tax relief. He told business leaders “In order to help businesses innovate, this government will double funding for research and development to...
Corporation tax cuts on hold
Planned cuts to corporation tax next April are to be put on hold, Boris Johnson has told business leaders. The tax rate paid by companies on their taxable profits was due to fall from 19% to 17%, with the aim of boosting business. However, the Prime Minister told the...
Research & Development allowances
The UK tax system provides generous reliefs for companies undertaking qualifying research and development. A qualifying R&D project is one which seeks to achieve an advance in overall knowledge or capability in a field of science or technology through the...
Budget date announced
Chancellor Sajid Javid has announced that the 2019 Budget will take place on 6 November 2019. The Budget is the government’s annual announcement on its plans for spending and taxation for the upcoming financial year. It will be Sajid Javid’s first Budget since he...
Inheritance Tax receipts hit record amount
Recent figures published by HMRC show Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts reached a record £5.4 billion for the 2018/19 tax year. The increase comes on the back of a 15% rise in the number of estates liable for IHT, with the average IHT bill reaching £179,000. Rising asset...
Hawsons Partners complete a-26 mile hike for charity
On the 27th July 2019 Hawsons partners David Owens, Paul Wormald, Scott Sanderson, Pete Wilmer and Craig Burton all took part in a 26-mile hike in the Peak District raising over £1,700 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Macmillan Cancer Support is a service that helps...
Tax Rates 2019/2020
We have summarised the key rates and allowances which are fundamental to our business and personal lives. We are sure that you will find them a useful point of reference and have set out below a few examples of how they can be used. Personal tax rates As the UK...
Hawsons year end tax planning ideas
The tax system is undoubtedly complex, but this complexity shouldn’t deter you from keeping your taxes as low as possible, as well as maximising your net income. In this article, we look at pre 5th April tax planning opportunities that are available to avoid any...
Spring Statement 2019
Amidst all the Brexit debates, the Chancellor Philip Hammond presented his second Spring Statement on Wednesday 13 March 2019. In his speech the Chancellor provided an update on the economy and responded to the Office for Budget Responsibility forecasts. In addition...
Canny romantics: The tax benefits of marriage
Considering popping the question on Valentine’s Day? Here we look at some of the tax breaks married couples can benefit from and how it can pay to get hitched. The Marriage Allowance The Marriage Allowance can enable eligible married couples and civil partners to...
Christmas parties and staff gifts – a tax guide
With the festive period now approaching, we are often asked by employers about the tax treatment of providing a staff Christmas party or giving gifts to employees. Here is a quick reminder of the rules.STAFF PARTIESWhat is exempt?There is a tax exemption for employee...
Hawsons Chartered Accountants will be baking and biking for BBC Children in Need
Employees and Partners at all three offices of Hawsons will be swapping their suits in favour of more leisurely attire as they set out to do their thing to fundraise for BBC Children in Need's 2018 Appeal. Money raised will help to support disadvantaged...
Budget 2018: Predictions
Philip Hammond will deliver his 2018 Budget on 29 October. But what can we expect when the Chancellor delivers his speech? Theresa May’s recent promise of the end of austerity has prompted a fresh wave of optimism concerning what Philip Hammond may announce in the...
New figures reveal R&D claims are on the rise
Businesses claimed over £3.5 billion in tax relief on Research and Development (R&D) in the last year, official statistics reported. This represents an increase of £575 million on the previous year. But many companies are still missing out on this...
Hawsons appoint Craig Burton as Partner
Hawsons Chartered Accountants are delighted to announce the appointment of Craig Burton as a new Partner in the firm. Craig is a highly experienced corporate advisor and auditor, having worked with a number of national and international firms. Craig’s...
