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Rob Johnston SPRING/SUMMER 2016

Chief Executive - Cumbria Chamber of Commerce 03 Welcome

A particularly popular area of the Growth Hub’s support is on the topic of Guest Editorial
social media. Pages 20 and 21 highlight the importance of social media and
how it is increasingly becoming a key element of a business’ communication 04 The Northern
strategy; it’s great to see David Allen offering this information proactively to Powerhouse
support businesses.
The changes around dividends are interesting and will have a significant Danny Roper
impact for business owners. On pages 12 and 13 Alison Welton talks about
the complexity and challenges of getting money out of your business in a 07 Mortgages -
tax efficient way and again this highlights the importance of investigating to fix or not to fix
these challenges with a professional before you take any action.
Kelly Hillier
“In an increasingly complex world it is more important
than ever to take advantage of the full range of advice 08 Steed Tailors
and support available - I’m sure this newsletter will give
you some food for thought!” Guest profile

Rob Johnston - Cumbria Chamber of Commerce 10 Improve workplace
productivity using IT
For further information and advice on any of
the topics raised in this newsletter, or for any Gary Martin
accountancy or business support, contact the
team at David Allen on 01228 711888. 12 Dividend legislation

Alison Welton

14 What’s new in the world
of payroll

Jill Hetherington

16 Can you pass on a
pension?

Gary Jackson

18 Budget 2016

David Allen

20 Intelligent social media

Kerrie Allison

22 Second home tax advice

Lucy Metcalf

24 Carlisle College

Guest profile

26 Take control of
your debts

Dianne McDermott

29 Trust in trusts!

Trudi Dickinson

30 Embrace the cloud

Robert Nordon

31 VAT on business trips

Julie Osborn

32 Where next...?

Jane Clingan

34 Out and About

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