A new online service for over 35 million UK taxpayers to control their tax affairs, but why the change?
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) have begun to roll out its ambitious Transformation Roadmap and the first announcement from this, is a brand-new system for workers to take control of their tax affairs.
Lack of data on UK billionaire tax figures is a concern for all
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) are seeking clarity and understanding after their report revealed HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) cannot identify how much tax is paid by UK billionaires.
Why is Wealth Tax a hot topic of discussion?
As the Autumn Budget approaches, there is plenty of noise surrounding Rachel Reeves’ plans for current tax rates, whether there will be increases, freeze extensions and the potential introduction of new tax rates.
Income Tax won’t rise according to Treasury minister – but could a further freeze be on the way?
With speculation increasing and showing no signs of slowing down surrounding the potential for Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget to increase taxes, one Treasury Minister has spoken today, suggesting the ‘headline’ rate of income tax will not increase later this year.
Are you on HMRC’s radar? The rising cost of money laundering compliance breaches
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently published its latest round of penalties for businesses breaching money laundering regulations, and the numbers should make any business owner sit up and take notice.
Are tax rises on the horizon? What recent activity at The Treasury means for you and your business
While the 2025 Spending Review focused on long-term investment rather than introducing new taxes, the scale of spending suggests that future tax rises are likely. Where have the Government recently invested funds? The Chancellor pledged multi-year funding for health, defence
Cash flow constraints – 57 per cent of businesses warn of rising costs
57 per cent of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have warned of rising costs over the next quarter, according to Intuit QuickBooks’ latest Small Business Insights survey. Given this startling figure, all businesses should take care to manage cash flow
Child Benefit repayments changing for thousands this summer
The way families make Child Benefit repayments to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is changing. From the summer, many families will have the option to report their Child Benefit payments and pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) directly
Are your systems ready for MTD? Five things to check as the clock ticks down
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is working to enhance compliance and improve efficiency with tax filings by implementing Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax. However, taxpayers still need to get ready for MTD before it becomes mandatory in April
Mind the (tax) gap – Why HMRC may have SMEs in its sights
The tax gap, the difference between the amount of tax owed and collected, has long been a thorn in HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC’s) side. HMRC believe that last year, a total of £46.8 billion of tax was left uncollected,
