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Tax year‑end: 10 things business owners should do before 5 April
Last Updated: March 24, 2026
A practical summary of some of the “business owner relevant” allowances and exemptions that reset at tax year end - plus the known changes from 6 April 2026 that may affect decisions now.
Alanah Fleming
Last Updated: March 24, 2026
Alanah joined Rathbones in 2015 and has over 11 years’ experience in the industry having previously worked for Brewin Dolphin.
She holds the both the Chartered Financial Planner designation and Fellow status from the Personal Finance Society. She is also studying towards the Internationally recognised Financial planner TM certification from the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment.
Scott Cassie
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
Scott is a Financial Planner and he provides holistic advice to private clients. He explores clients’ long-term goals and aspirations and develops a suitable financial plan considering their specific circumstances.
Scott started his career in financial services shortly after graduating from the University of Edinburgh. He worked with a small specialist financial advice firm based in Totnes in Devon. After returning to Edinburgh, Scott has worked in boutique wealth management firms and has been advising private clients across the UK.
Alistair Crichton
Last Updated: March 24, 2026
Alistair graduated from the University of Stirling in 2011 with an honours degree in Business Law. After an internship at a small fund management business in Glasgow, he joined HSBC’s Global Fund Pricing team in 2012. During his five years at HSBC, Alistair undertook his CISI Investment qualifications.
Iran conflict: inflation, interest rates, investments
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
The Iran conflict has expanded across the Middle East. In an unpredictable situation, we see good ways of mitigating risks and protecting portfolios.
Responsible Investment
Last Updated: March 26, 2026
We integrate ESG factors, vote with purpose, and engage for impact-delivering responsible investment and transparent stewardship for long-term value.
Stephanie Graham
Last Updated: March 26, 2026
Stephanie is an Investment Director who helps families, charities, trusts and corporations achieve their financial goals through discretionary management of investment accounts, ISAs and pension portfolios. She is a Chartered Wealth Manager and CISI Chartered Fellow, holding the CISI Diploma qualification.
Stephanie Savage
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
Stephanie joined Rathbones in 2015 and has over 20 years’ experience working in the financial services industry, having begun her career with Brewin Dolphin in 2006. She manages investment portfolios for private clients, families, SIPPs, and Trust portfolios.
Stephanie is a Chartered Wealth Manager and Fellow Member of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments having obtained the Investment Advice Diploma and Chartered Wealth Manager (CWM) qualifications.
Ben Douglass-Lee
Last Updated: March 26, 2026
Ben joined Rathbones following the acquisition of Speirs & Jeffrey, where he initially started on the trainee scheme in 2018.
Ben is a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment. He has obtained the Investment Advice Diploma in Securities & Derivatives and Chartered Wealth Manager (CWM) qualification. Ben holds a degree in Industrial Design & Technology from Loughborough University.
Help for clients
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
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James Thornhill
Last Updated: March 25, 2026
James joined Rathbones in November 2021 as an investment manager. He joined the industry in 2014 and previously worked at Smith & Williamson. He is a Chartered Wealth Manager as well as CFA chartership holder. James is experienced in dealing with private clients, trusts and charites.James has previous experience working as a research analyst, specialising on Transport and Media companies as well as UK collectives. Prior to his career he studied Economics at the University of Nottingham, achieving a first class degree.
Privacy
Last Updated: March 26, 2026
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