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HMRC has uncovered a TikTok-based "easy tax refund" scam; company car fuel reimbursement rates have seen their largest increase in nearly a year; and Amazon has officially expanded into the UK's rapid grocery delivery market with same-day fresh food delivery services

From April 2028, pure Electric Vehicles owners will be subject to a road charge of 3 pence per mile, while PHEV drivers will pay 1.5 pence per mile, with this rate increasing annually in line with inflation.

Amazon Pays £1.3 Billion in UK Business Taxes; Treasury Delays ISA Tax Reform Details; Companies House Warns Directors to Beware of Fake Invoice Scams

Rregardless of whether an individual is a UK tax resident, or whether their primary employer is based outside the UK, any remuneration related to duties performed in the UK -including salary, benefits, and equity incentives - may be subject to UK Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs).

The UK Prime Minister is facing growing pressure to resign, as the country may be entering an era of higher taxation. The government is planning to introduce a “tourist tax,” which could add extra charges for stays in hotels, holiday rentals, and similar accommodation. At the same time, nearly half of Britons support an AI tax, with some proposals even sparking debate over whether a “minimum wage for robots” should be introduced.

Today, we summarise five tax and regulatory changes affecting landlords in 2026, alongside their practical implications and our advice on how to respond.

Rising UK tax burdens dampen overseas landlords’ enthusiasm for investment; A first for the country: Amazon launches drone delivery service in the UK; Britain’s annual tax revenue nears £1 trillion for the first time, setting a historic record.

UK tax authority HMRC has fined 582,000 individuals for overdue VAT payments; the US will impose "high tariffs" on the UK if it does not repeal the Digital Services Tax; the UK launches a trust fund cleanup initiative, with hundreds of thousands of young people potentially eligible to claim over £2,000 in savings.

In its Autumn 2025 Budget, the government announced a series of important reforms to the Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme.

Artificial Intelligence(AI) is reshaping the world at an unprecedented pace. For the United Kingdom, this technological revolution is bringing more than just efficiency and opportunity; it is triggering a significant seismic shift in employment.

Whether you are an employee navigating the UK job market, an established business owner, or an aspiring entrepreneur, a thorough understanding of the workplace pension system is an indispensable part of long-term career planning and corporate management.

The UK’s minimum wage has increased by 4.1%; the King’s Speech is scheduled for May 13; households across the UK will face more than £200 in additional costs this April.

Back in December 2025, the government announced an increase in the inheritance tax tax-free allowance for Business Property Relief (BPR) from the original £1 million to £250,000.

Statutory sick pay will be paid from the first day; February inflation remained steady at 3%; the UK plans to introduce a 60-day payment cap for large companies starting in 2027.

Why is it that while the UK has 156 billionaires, only 100 people paid more than £11 million in tax? Why are some individuals with a net worth exceeding £10 billion completely absent from the list?

Compared to previous years however, the 2026/27 tax year appears exceptionally unusual, involving systemic adjustments to sick pay, the taxation methods for benefits, and even the collection mechanisms for pensions and income tax. What exactly will happen? And how should one prepare for the future starting now?

Whether engaging in commercial trade or simply working and living in the UK, you may encounter an audit by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), as tax inspections are often conducted routinely.

Some Britons living in Dubai are reluctant to return to the UK amid concerns about regaining UK tax residency. At the same time, the government plans to raise the English language requirement for permanent settlement to A-Level standard from 2027. Meanwhile, HMRC has stepped up enforcement on large companies, recovering nearly £16 billion in unpaid taxes over the past three years.

Recently, the British supermarket giant Morrisons lost a high-profile value added tax (VAT) dispute. What exactly was the point of contention regarding VAT in this case, and how was the judgement reached?

Can an individual be both an employed member of staff and a self-employed person? And if so, will there be conflicts regarding tax returns, National Insurance, and pension contributions?