Date: 14/06/2010
Two workshops have been lined up for High Peak artists and creative industries keen to ensure they do not fall foul of taxation laws.
The first of the art and tax sessions takes place on Friday 2 July, offering a three-hour introduction to tax and National Insurance for people earning from their creative skills.
Rated excellent by previous participants, the event will provide invaluable advice on issues including self assessment and maintaining accurate business records.
The second workshop, on Thursday 23 September, is a longer session offering a step-by-step guide to the completion of self assessment tax returns, calculation of tax deductible allowances and use of online forms.
Both events are being organised free of charge by the Borough Council in partnership with High Peak Community and Voluntary Support (CVS), and HM Revenues and Customs.
Said Tony Kemp, Executive Councillor for Regeneration: "Creative businesses and self-employed artists not only provide employment but also support tourism by adding to the cultural appeal of our area. However, working independently does bring pressures and we try to help by providing the sort of support that larger businesses would have in-house. For small businesses to survive and thrive they need to be aware of their tax responsibilities and avoid potential pitfalls."
"These workshops are the latest in a long series of free or low-cost events that underline our support for the entrepreneurs and small businesses that are the bedrock of our local community", he stressed.
The first event runs from 9.30am to 12.30pm in the CVS offices at Whaley Bridge while the second workshop will take place in the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton from 9.30am to 3pm.
To sign up for either event, call Louise at the CVS on (01663) 736431 or send an e-mail to louise@highpeakcvs.org.uk.