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Compliance Check
The purpose of a compliance check is to confirm that you have correctly declared and paid the required amount of tax, and are compliant with current regulations. Compliance checks are handled differently depending on whether you are an individual or operating a business. Many checks are routine, but some may be initiated if HMRC requires additional supporting evidence (for example, a recently submitted tax return with a large tax refund amount).
Over 300,000 Hit With “Trivial” Tax Demands! Pension Rule Changes Spark Savings Fears as Energy Bills Rise This Winter
HMRC hits 300,000 taxpayers with ‘trivial’ bills
TBA
Jan 125 min read
UK IPO Announces 25% Price Hike From 2026 – Patent, Trademark, and Design Application Costs to Rise
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has announced that it will increase relevant fees for patents, trademarks, and designs from 1 April 2026.
TBA
Jan 72 min read
Making Christmas Crafts, Running Stalls, or Taking Side Jobs? Any Income Over £1,000 Must Be Declared!
With the arrival of the Christmas season, many people may earn extra income through festive crafts, market stalls, or other seasonal side hustles. HMRC has launched a 'Help for Hustles' campaign to help individuals with side income clearly understand their tax responsibilities.
TBA
Dec 31, 20254 min read
UK Boxing Day Sees £3.8 Billion Spending Surge! Self-Driving Taxi “Apollo Go” to Launch in the UK! Spring Budget Date Announced
Boxing Day promotions in the UK are regaining momentum and are expected to generate £3.8 billion in sales for retailers; Uber and Lyft have announced plans to pilot Chinese autonomous taxis in the UK in 2026; UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has announced the date of the Spring Budget.
TBA
Dec 29, 20255 min read
Beware of UK Tax Refund Scams! Overview of London Rail Service Changes During Christmas and New Year; Interest Rate Cut to 3.75% to Boost the Economy
HMRC reports receiving more than 135,000 reports of tax-related fraud; the Bank of England cuts the interest rate to 3.75%; an overview of widespread rail closures and service adjustments in London during the Christmas and New Year period.
TBA
Dec 22, 20255 min read
Christmas is Here – When Are Employee Gifts Taxable? Can Companies Save Money on Parties?
To help everyone enjoy the festive season with peace of mind, today we will quickly go through the key points regarding employee benefits during Christmas, allowing you to convey your festive greetings while avoiding unnecessary tax troubles.
TBA
Dec 19, 20255 min read
What to Do If You Receive an HMRC Tax Audit Letter – Three Common VAT Mistakes
For e-commerce sellers, HMRC's audit actions can be particular random, particularly regarding VAT audits. Sometimes, due to misunderstandings or unintentional oversight, you might face an audit even if you have declared on time.
TBA
Dec 17, 20255 min read
Six Common Mistakes That Could Trigger Investigations by HMRC – How Can You Avoid Them?
Today, we have summarised the six major red flags that are most likely to trigger an HMRC tax investigation for both business owners and individual taxpayers.
TBA
Dec 12, 20254 min read
From the UK to the World, Building a Cross-Border Tax Ecosystem
Today, TBA has grown into a leading British financial and tax enterprise and a one-stop cross-border compliance service provider. Its business covers European and American company registration, accounting and taxation, global VAT, European EPR, and GPSR compliance.
TBA
Dec 10, 20254 min read
Do You Need to Register for PAYE When Paying Yourself? A Guide to the UK PAYE Payroll System
In the UK, whether you are employed or run your own company, PAYE (Pay As You Earn) is crucial and relevant to everyone. If you employ staff, you must register as an employer and comply with the PAYE rules described below.
TBA
Dec 10, 20254 min read
Personal Tax Threshold Freeze, Corporate Tax Cuts, New Property Policies... Our Take on the Autumn Budget
On 26 November 2025, British Chancellor of the Exchequer Reeves announced the highly anticipated Autumn Budget. This Autumn Budget includes several tax measures aimed at businesses and individuals, covering areas such as venture capital, business rates, income tax thresholds, and high-value property taxes.
TBA
Dec 1, 20255 min read
Corporation Tax Revenue Hits Record High – Eight Practical Planning Strategies to Reduce Your Tax Burden
We have summarised several effective tax planning methods to help small and medium-sized enterprises legally and efficiently reduce their corporation tax burden and improve financial performance.
TBA
Nov 28, 20254 min read
Changes to Company Reporting and Incorporation Fees in 2026 – Mandatory ID Verification Introduced
From 1 February 2026, Companies House will officially increase the Annual Filing Fee for existing companies and the Incorporation Fee for new companies.
TBA
Nov 26, 20253 min read
Do Company Benefits Also Get Taxed? How Benefit-in-Kind Tax Affects Employee Income and Corporate Tax Burden
From the 2025 tax year, the Benefit-in-Kind regime will undergo several changes: higher tax rates for electric vehicles, reclassification of certain car models, and the upcoming introduction of the ‘payrolling’ system for real-time taxation of benefits.
TBA
Nov 19, 20254 min read
Opening a Shop or Office in the UK? Small Business Relief Could Save You Thousands of Pounds!
If you plan to start a business or are already operating from commercial premises, business rates are a crucial tax to understand in addition to company registration, accounting and tax filing. Business rates are closely tied to your eligibility for Small Business Rate Relief (SBRR).
TBA
Nov 12, 20254 min read
How Much Tax Do You Pay When Selling a Business in the UK?
Whether transferring all your shares or disposing of part of the business assets, the key question you’ll face is: how much tax will you need to pay when selling a business in the UK.
This does not only involve Capital Gains Tax (CGT) but also requires careful planning around available reliefs and the compliance of the transaction structure.
TBA
Oct 31, 20254 min read
Beware Of New QR Scams Costing £10,000 A Day!
In recent years, QR codes have become an indispensable part of daily life and are increasingly common across the UK. Whether ordering drinks in a bar or paying for parking, a quick scan can complete the transaction within seconds.
According to British media reports, in just one year QR scams have cost consumers more than £3.5 million.
TBA
Oct 29, 20254 min read
Retirement Savings Tax to Hit Over a Million People! Temu Earns $120 Million with Just 8 Staff; UK Inflation Holds Steady at 3.8% for Third Month
More than 1.1 million UK pensioners may soon pay income tax on savings interest; Temu’s EU profit nears $120 million despite having only eight employees, sparking tax controversy; and UK inflation remains unchanged at 3.8% for the third consecutive month.
TBA
Oct 26, 20255 min read
HMRC Restarts Compulsory Debt Deductions – Does HMRC Have The Right To Access Bank Accounts?
As winter approaches, heating, electricity and food expenses are expected to climb even higher, potentially pushing more households into debt crises. At the same time, HMRC has announced the restart of its Direct Recovery of Debts (DRD) scheme, which allows the tax authority to deduct unpaid taxes directly from individuals’ bank accounts.
TBA
Oct 24, 20254 min read
Nearly Half a Million UK SMEs Missed Tax Deadlines – How Close Is Your Company to an HMRC Audit?
Recent UK tax compliance data has sounded the alarm once again: in the past three years, nearly half a million small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) repeatedly missed tax deadlines, with as many as 19% admitting they delayed tax payments more than five times in just the past 12 months. A combination of complex tax rules and cash flow pressures is dragging UK SMEs compliance levels down.
TBA
Oct 22, 20254 min read
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