Clarke & Co

For over 50 years, based in Chiswick and Acton, we have been providing expert advice to individuals and corporates covering all areas of financial, accountancy and taxation matters

We are a long-established successful firm of Chartered Accountants based in West London, comprising 4 equity partners and complimented by over 15 in-house professional staff, all holding major UK accountancy qualifications.

We operate from our own bespoke business premises. All professional services are undertaken in-house by our own personnel. We do not use sub-contractors or outsourcing services, thus enhancing the personal nature of our relationships with our clients.

All partners are practising Chartered Accountants general practitioners, but so as to enhance our proposition to our clientele's benefit, each partner also holds an additional specialist qualification with a specific expertise.

We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority covering all financial and investment advice undertaken.

We are also members of the Personal Finance Society.​ We are registered to carry on audit work in the UK. Details about our audit registration can be found at www.auditregister.org.uk under reference C006581869.

​Our varied client base includes corporate, partnership, self-employed and also individuals who require completion of personal tax return under self-assessment. In-house expertise covering all major trades and professions.

No assignment is considered too small.

Happy to consider fixed fee assignments, and in any event, a clear fee structure will be agreed at the outset before commencement of any assignment.

A committed one-stop solution to all personal and business needs covering all aspects of finance, tax, and investments.

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Latest news from Clarke & Co

July 27, 2026
Andy Burnham’s new government, a balancing act

Andy Burnham’s first days as Prime Minister have been marked by a flurry of announcements designed to show that his government intends to move quickly. Presenting himself as a leader focused on easing pressure on households and rebuilding trust in politics, Burnham has begun reshaping government while signalling the priorities that will define his administration.

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July 23, 2026
Changes planned for modernising company taxation on capital distributions

HMRC have opened a consultation, ‘Modernising the taxation of distributions and repayments of capital from companies’. They are seeking views on proposals to modernise the tax framework dealing with distributions made by companies to shareholders who are individuals or trusts.

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July 22, 2026
New UK investment fund

Investors representing over $3 trillion of assets under management from across North America, the Gulf, Asia and Australia will participate in InvestConnect, a new UK investment fund. Aimed at connecting the UK’s nations and regions to trillions of pounds of global capital, the new platform was developed in consultation with professional investors, government partners and the UK's nations and regions.

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July 20, 2026
Expansion of SME growth scheme

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has announced an expansion of the British Business Bank’s (BBB) Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS). This provides a 70% government guarantee on commercial loans to SMEs of up to £2 million, cutting credit risk.

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July 16, 2026
New proposals to tackle Electronic Sales Suppression

The government is consulting on potential measures that target Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS). Proposals include the introduction of new software standards for Point of Sale systems. Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS) involves businesses using software or devices to manipulate Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) systems to hide transactions and evade tax.

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July 15, 2026
UK hiring trends

The June 'UK Report on Jobs' shows subdued business confidence driving a preference for short-term staff. Temporary staff billings rose at the steepest rate in over three years, while permanent staff appointments continued to decline, although at a much slower pace than in May.

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July 13, 2026
Proposed offence for reckless, untrue tax statements

HMRC have proposed a new criminal offence for making reckless, untrue statements or declarations about what's known as 'direct taxes' - Income Tax, National Insurance and the like. For Customs and Excise and VAT ('indirect taxes'), it is already possible to prosecute individuals who make untrue statements or submit incorrect documents either knowingly or recklessly, without the need to prove dishonesty. The penalties for such offences can be severe, including substantial fines and imprisonment. The direct tax regime does not currently contain an equivalent offence.

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July 9, 2026
Britain's yearly £44m health & safety violations bill

A new Freedom of Information (FOI) request has discovered that health and safety violations cost British employers over £44 million per year. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) revealed that serious breaches have resulted in an increasing number of prosecutions between 2023 and 2025.

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July 27, 2026
Andy Burnham’s new government, a balancing act

Andy Burnham’s first days as Prime Minister have been marked by a flurry of announcements designed to show that his government intends to move quickly. Presenting himself as a leader focused on easing pressure on households and rebuilding trust in politics, Burnham has begun reshaping government while signalling the priorities that will define his administration.

Read article
July 23, 2026
Changes planned for modernising company taxation on capital distributions

HMRC have opened a consultation, ‘Modernising the taxation of distributions and repayments of capital from companies’. They are seeking views on proposals to modernise the tax framework dealing with distributions made by companies to shareholders who are individuals or trusts.

Read article
July 22, 2026
New UK investment fund

Investors representing over $3 trillion of assets under management from across North America, the Gulf, Asia and Australia will participate in InvestConnect, a new UK investment fund. Aimed at connecting the UK’s nations and regions to trillions of pounds of global capital, the new platform was developed in consultation with professional investors, government partners and the UK's nations and regions.

Read article
July 20, 2026
Expansion of SME growth scheme

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has announced an expansion of the British Business Bank’s (BBB) Growth Guarantee Scheme (GGS). This provides a 70% government guarantee on commercial loans to SMEs of up to £2 million, cutting credit risk.

Read article
February 21, 2024
Applying Circular Economy principles in a business

A circular economy (CE) is a model of production and consumption, which involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products for as long as possible.

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March 5, 2024
Understanding the pros and cons of the VAT Flat Rate Scheme for businesses

Value Added Tax (VAT) is a significant consideration for businesses. It impacts your cash flow, the amount of admin work needed, and even your overall profitability. One option available to businesses - with a VAT exclusive turnover of £150,000 or less - is the VAT Flat Rate Scheme (FRS), which offers a simplified approach to VAT accounting.

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March 6, 2024
Are you eligible for a £252 saving on your tax bill?

With the tax year ending on 5 April, March is a good month to check whether sharing unused tax allowances with your partner could save you some money.

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March 8, 2024
Making Tax Digital: New policy paper published

A new policy paper has been released by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment for sole traders and landlords.

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