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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?

London Underground fares are set to rise, with increases of up to 7.1%. The UK will introduce a new ISA savings account exclusively for first-time buyers, and the small employers’ relief rate for statutory payments will also be increased.

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?

HMRC has recently sent official letters to more than 200,000 taxpayers, warning them that they will soon be affected by a major tax reform – Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD).

New HMRC customers can access digital services using GOV.UK One Login; Significant regional differences in UK income tax; Amazon pays £1 billion to the UK tax authorities

A new First Year Allowance policy in the UK officially came into effect on 1 January 2026—offering a permanent 40% First Year Allowance (FYA) on qualifying plant and machinery for UK companies.

In the latest Autumn Budget, a £2,000 annual cap was set on the National Insurance (NI) exemption for pension contributions made via salary sacrifice.

UK high-income earners consider cutting their salaries by 25% to reduce tax; HMRC tightens scrutiny of “speculative” stamp duty refund claims; pubs in England to receive a 15% business rates relief.

To help business owners plan more effectively for 2026, we have compiled the 2026 UK Corporate Compliance Calendar which includes a list of key dates for the year.

The UK tax system has mistakenly overcharged more than six million people by £3.5 billion; “side hustle scams” have cost bank customers over £95,000; and the economy grew by 0.3% in November.

In Brighton, independent shops have never been just places to trade; they are the glue of the community, carriers of culture, and experiences found ‘only in Brighton’.

The UK has abandoned plans to make digital identity mandatory; China’s annual trade surplus has exceeded $1 trillion for the first time; and nearly 340,000 people have paid their Self Assessment tax bills via the HMRC app

According to changes announced by the Labour Party in the Autumn Budget, starting from 2029, salary sacrifice pension contributions exceeding £2,000 will begin to attract National Insurance, completely changing the structure of this benefit system.

HMRC hits 300,000 taxpayers with ‘trivial’ bills

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has announced that it will increase relevant fees for patents, trademarks, and designs from 1 April 2026.

Self Assessment customers can spread the cost of their tax bill with HMRC’s Time to Pay service; UK Plans New Council Tax Bands with Charges up to £7,500; New Crypto Tax Rules Introduced in the UK and 47 Other Countries

Facing the silent inflation on their bills, British Christmas shopping has long evolved into a survival strategy game blending data analysis, regional wisdom, and a touch of humour.

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.

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.