HMRC began issuing P800 and PA302 notices for 2025/26 bank interest in October 2026. Learn the allowances, payment rules and how to challenge errors.

Which self-employed expenses can you claim in the UK? This practical HMRC-based guide covers allowable costs, excluded expenses, mixed use, simplified expenses, the £1,000 trading allowance and record keeping.

First UK Self Assessment? Learn who must notify HMRC by 5 October 2026, when to reactivate a UTR, filing dates, penalties and records to prepare.

UK September 2026 update covering corporate reporting reform, HMRC MTD registration and housing-market signals, with actions for businesses and landlords.

Nearly £473,000 in disputed tax to answer one single question: is a marshmallow considered confectionery?

The UK experienced its hottest June on record; HMRC published the names of more than 150 businesses and individuals found to have deliberately evaded taxes; and council tax arrears in England reached a record high.

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

More than 730,000 tax refunds remain unclaimed in the UK. The UK government is reportedly planning to issue “war bonds” to raise £17.6 billion for defense spending. Meanwhile, fast-fashion brand ASOS is seeking to recover £7 million in tariff costs paid in the United States.

2.2 million retirees to pay tax on Winter Fuel Payments; HMRC clarifies MTD for Income Tax exemption criteria and timeline; UK economy grows by a stronger-than-expected 0.5%

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?

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

HMRC is seeking to recover taxes from 14,000 households amid a dispute over the “seven-year gift rule”; fares across the London Underground network are set to increase by 5.8% in 2026; and the UK economy unexpectedly contracted by 0.1% in October.