Virgo Associates

Your trusted accountants in Bedford providing unrivalled customer service

Our team at Virgo Associates, located in Bedfordshire, is dedicated to offering a warm and knowledgeable service that distinguishes us from other accountants.

We provide both businesses, charities and individuals with a comprehensive range of accounting solutions, including taxation, payroll, bookkeeping, VAT, and accounting.

All of these services are provided by our expert team who take a straightforward approach, making things simple, relevant, and most importantly, beneficial to your business. To find out how our team can help grow your business.

To find out how our team can help grow your business, contact our team who would be happy to talk to you.

Latest news from Virgo Associates

January 22, 2026
Getting Ready for Making Tax Digital

With just 10 weeks or so to go until the new tax year, many businesses are preparing for the changes that Making Tax Digital (MTD) will bring. From April, sole traders and landlords with an income of over £50,000 will need to submit quarterly updates to HMRC.

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January 21, 2026
New to Self Assessment Tax? Here’s an Explainer

If you are new to being self-employed or being a landlord, Self Assessment can feel like one of those jobs you know you should understand better, but never quite get around to.

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January 19, 2026
Backtrack on Digital ID Requirements

It appears that the government has backtracked on plans to require workers to register with its new digital ID programme to prove their right to work in the UK.

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January 15, 2026
Auto-Enrolment Pension Thresholds to Stay the Same in 2026/27

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that all key auto-enrolment pension thresholds will remain unchanged for 2026/27.

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January 14, 2026
Self Assessment: January Deadline Fast Approaching

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reports that more than 6.36 million people have already submitted their Self Assessment tax return for the 2024/25 tax year. However, they say around 5.65 million taxpayers still need to file, with the statutory deadline of 31 January 2026 now close.

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January 12, 2026
Starting 2026 with a Clear Plan for Your Business and Yourself

The start of a new year is a natural moment to take stock of your business. You probably have ambitions for your business, but you also want it to help you reach your personal goals.

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January 5, 2026
HMRC warns of rising Self Assessment scams ahead of January deadline

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning about scams ahead of the 31 January Self Assessment deadline.

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December 24, 2025
UK economy shows mixed signals as Bank of England cuts interest rates

The UK economy continues to show a mixed picture, with recent data highlighting both relief for households and ongoing challenges for businesses.

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January 22, 2026
Getting Ready for Making Tax Digital

With just 10 weeks or so to go until the new tax year, many businesses are preparing for the changes that Making Tax Digital (MTD) will bring. From April, sole traders and landlords with an income of over £50,000 will need to submit quarterly updates to HMRC.

Read article
January 21, 2026
New to Self Assessment Tax? Here’s an Explainer

If you are new to being self-employed or being a landlord, Self Assessment can feel like one of those jobs you know you should understand better, but never quite get around to.

Read article
January 19, 2026
Backtrack on Digital ID Requirements

It appears that the government has backtracked on plans to require workers to register with its new digital ID programme to prove their right to work in the UK.

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January 15, 2026
Auto-Enrolment Pension Thresholds to Stay the Same in 2026/27

The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that all key auto-enrolment pension thresholds will remain unchanged for 2026/27.

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January 14, 2026
Self Assessment: January Deadline Fast Approaching

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reports that more than 6.36 million people have already submitted their Self Assessment tax return for the 2024/25 tax year. However, they say around 5.65 million taxpayers still need to file, with the statutory deadline of 31 January 2026 now close.

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January 12, 2026
Starting 2026 with a Clear Plan for Your Business and Yourself

The start of a new year is a natural moment to take stock of your business. You probably have ambitions for your business, but you also want it to help you reach your personal goals.

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January 5, 2026
HMRC warns of rising Self Assessment scams ahead of January deadline

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning about scams ahead of the 31 January Self Assessment deadline.

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December 24, 2025
UK economy shows mixed signals as Bank of England cuts interest rates

The UK economy continues to show a mixed picture, with recent data highlighting both relief for households and ongoing challenges for businesses.

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February 21, 2024
Action Fraud warns of remote access scams

Action Fraud has received over 30 crime reports since June 2023 relating to remote access scams targeting businesses, with victims reporting losses totalling over £3.8 million.

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September 18, 2023
Google AI training for start-ups and small businesses

Google have launched AI (Artificial Intelligence) focused online training for people and businesses to help capture the benefits of AI, whether it’s to save time, get a new job, or grow your business.

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February 21, 2024
The Autumn Statement is scheduled for 22 November 2023

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has confirmed that the Autumn Statement will be on 22 November 2023. The Autumn Statement can affect tax policy, benefits, and much more. The Chancellor will make his announcement to Parliament, setting out the Government’s plans on all matters fiscal and economic. Interestingly, this could be the Chancellor’s last statement before the next General Election, depending on the time frame that the government chooses.

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February 21, 2024
ICO consultation on the draft biometric data guidance

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has produced guidance on biometric data and biometric technologies.

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February 21, 2024
AI Safety Summit

The AI Safety Summit will take place on the 1st and 2nd November at Bletchley Park.

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February 21, 2024
Creating value through innovation

Innovation has generally been recognised as essential for value creation, both for individual companies and for the UK economy as a whole. The development of new ideas, processes, and technologies and their flow across different sectors is a significant driver of economic growth and productivity. Recently, innovation has also been identified as crucial to the transition of the economy away from fossil fuels and carbon-intensive business activities.

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