Mark Twum-Ampofo
FeaturesDon't get caught out by the new pension rules
Architect firms risk huge fines for failing to enroll their staff onto a pension scheme
FeaturesWhat the new apprenticeship levy means for you
Firms with salary bills over £3m will have to pay the apprenticeship levy but small practices can benefit from 90% of their training costs paid by government
FeaturesIs your practice ready for flexible working?
Architects need to be aware of the government’s employment changes
FeaturesKeep your staff happy and motivated... or face losing them
From pay and perks to maintaining the right office atmosphere, maintaining staff morale is a complex business
FeaturesTime to start running your practice in Real Time
Advice on coping with HMRC’s new payroll system
FeaturesCan a shorter week save architects’ jobs?
Practices must handle any change in working hours carefully to avoid contract complications,
FeaturesHow will the new PAYE rules affect me?
Architects need to be aware of HMRC’s new “Real Time” system
FeaturesIs Osborne going to give construction what it needs?
The Autumn Statement is unlikely to bring large amounts of direct investment
FeaturesDo freelancers have employees’ rights?
The difference between freelance and employee status is not as clear-cut as you might think
FeaturesWorking in Greece at the moment is no holiday
If Greece exits the euro, what does it mean for practices working in the country?
FeaturesShould my architecture practice use Employee Benefit Trusts?
Our accountancy expert considers the pros and cons
FeaturesHow will investing in bim affect your tax bill?
Whether you make the leap before or after the end of March could make a difference
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Prepacks: enemy or saviour?
Was the method used to sell YRM to RMJM sharp practice or the best option in a tough situation?
FeaturesThe pros and cons of going solo
Our experts set out the points to consider if you are thinking of setting up your own architectural practice.
FeaturesProspects and pitfalls for 2011
The next 12 months are set to bring change, with falling activity, new laws and rising taxes. Richard Brindley, Patrick Perry and Mark Twum-Ampofo consult their crystal ball to see how this will affect architects