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What are Current Liabilities?

Current liabilities are debts and financial obligations that a UK business must pay within one year, including trade creditors, HMRC tax liabilities, VAT owed, short-term loans, and accrued expenses - understanding what are current liabilities is essential for managing cash flow and meeting your statutory obligations to Companies House and HMRC.

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September 10, 2025

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What are Current Liabilities?

Current liabilities, otherwise known as short-term liabilities are due within a year.

<p><a href="https://www.goforma.com/small-business-accounting/31-accounting-terms-concepts-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">Current liabilities</a>, otherwise known as short-term liabilities are due within a year.</p>

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