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Further relaxation of self-assessment thresholds announced
The government has announced changes to the threshold at which some taxpayers need to complete a tax return. What's the full story?
Child Benefit claimants could be missing out on full state pension entitlement
If you claimed Child Benefit prior to May 2000 you may have missed out on valuable qualifying state pension years due to nuances in HMRC's systems.
Company closure - what happens to shareholder loans?
You've closed a subsidiary of your main company but your loan account with the subsidiary company is in the red by nearly £20,000. What are the implications?
Are camping pods "buildings" for capital allowances purposes?
The First-tier Tribunal (FTT) recently considered whether a number of camping pods could qualify for the annual investment allowance.
New guidance on commuting expenses for hybrid workers
You can't claim tax relief for the expenses associated with travelling to your usual place of work. However, what is the position if you're a hybrid worker?
HMRC MTD ITSA webinar - worth a look?
Making Tax Digital will be mandatory for some traders and landlords next year. Ahead of this, the government is ramping up its guidance to help you get ready.
New online VAT registration tool
A new online tool has been launched to help businesses understand the impact of being VAT registered. What's the full story?
Changes to VAT zero rating imminent
HMRC has announced an extension to the materials qualifying for the VAT zero rate from 1 February 2024. What's the full story?
HMRC issues reminder of saving scheme
HMRC has revealed the level of bonus payments paid out to participants of the Help to Save Scheme and encouraged others to look at using the scheme.
Supplies were VATable, but assessment was out of time
In a recent tribunal case, HMRC was told it was too late to collect underpaid VAT of nearly £250,000. What went wrong?
Pension tax relief can now be claimed online
Higher and additional rate taxpayers can use a new online form to claim additional tax relief on pension contributions. Can you accelerate relief?
Reforms to tax treatment of alternative finance products proposed
Govt addressing tax differences in alternative finance. How to participate?
Overlap relief calculator launched
An interactive tool has been launched to help taxpayers calculate the overlap relief to report on their 2023/24 self-assessment tax returns.
Have you underclaimed your expenses?
HMRC stated that upgrading a boiler wouldn't be a deductible expense for tax purposes. It is now admitting that this was wrong. What action do you need to take?
Workaround for botched HMRC student loan repayment calculations
HMRC systems cannot differentiate between certain types of income which could lead to an overpayment of student loan deductions. What's the solution?
HMRC to reduce late payment interest
Late payment interest rates on underpaid taxes will decrease again due to the recent reduction in the Bank of England's base rate. What are the new charges?
New interactive tool for transition period profit reporting
Reporting your profits could be more complicated this year due to the basis period reform. How can a new online tool help?
HMRC deliberately cutting off calls?
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has severely criticised HMRC's customer service, forcing it to make a public statement. What's the full story?
Latest advisory fuel rates published
The HMRC-approved amount that employers can reimburse staff for business travel in company cars changes from 1 December 2023. What are the new rates?
Cash in old certificates of tax deposit before it's too late
The Certificate of Tax Deposit Scheme will come to an end on 23 November 2023, yet £89 million remains unclaimed. What should you do if you have such a certific
Unpaid tax from cryptocurrency transactions targeted
HMRC is writing to individuals who may need to pay tax on the disposal of cryptoassets such as Bitcoin. What should you do if you receive a letter?
Scottish Budget confirms bands and rates for 2025/26
Ahead of the Scottish Budget, there were rumours that tax hikes were on the way. However, the announcements made on the day will see some easing of tax for lowe
Permanent increase to penalty interest rates
The new tax year saw a change to the way interest on late paid taxes is calculated. What's changed and what are the new charges?
Salary advances: change to reporting rules
Rule changes on payroll reporting for early salary payments have been relaxed. What do you need to know?
Class 2 NI demands being sent in error
Compulsory Class 2 NI has been abolished but that hasn't stopped HMRC sending out demands for it for the last tax year. What's happening?
Relaxation of self-assessment threshold
HMRC has promised a change to the threshold at which self-employed taxpayers need to complete a tax return. What do we know so far?
Late payment interest rates changed again
Late payment interest rates on underpaid taxes will soon decrease again due to the recent reduction in the Bank of England's base rate.
Scammers already targeting pensioners over winter fuel payments
Phishing attacks are being sent to pensioners purporting to be from the Department for Work and Pensions. What's going on?
Loan written off: are you in HMRC's crosshairs?
HMRC is writing to directors that took a loan from their company that was later written off or released. What should you do if you receive a letter?
HMRC payroll reporting for Christmas
HMRC's recent guidance to employers includes a reminder about its concession for real time reporting requirements of payroll over the Christmas period. More.
HMRC pauses some refund claims for agents
Due to security concerns, HMRC has warned that it will not process refund claims made by authorised agents. What's going on and what alternatives are available?
Losses on CT returns may be incorrect
If you receive a letter from HMRC about your corporation tax losses, don't ignore it or you could end up overpaying. What's going on?
HMRC U-turn on helpline closures
HMRC announced that it would be scaling back its tax helplines. It has now seemingly reversed the decision. What's going on?
Paper filing deadline just days away
The standard filing date for a personal tax return is 31 January. However, if you submit paper returns you need to do it earlier. What's the paper filing date,
HMRC launches PAYE code tool
HMRC has launched a new online tool to help you understand your PAYE code. What is it and how can you use it?
Beware of Sunday payment deadline this month
The deadline for paying monthly PAYE is on the 22nd of each month. For September 2024, this falls on a Sunday. What can you do to avoid late payment?
Advisory fuel rates from 1 March 2024 published
The approved amount that employers can reimburse staff for business travel in company cars changes from 1 March 2024. What are the new rates?
Largest increase to the minimum wage
The government has announced substantial increases to the national living wage (NLW) and national minimum wage (NMW) rates from 1 April 2024.
HMRC reminds cryptoasset holders of tax obligations
Ahead of this month's filing deadline for 2022/23 tax returns, HMRC is urging cryptoasset holders to check if they need to report transactions.
Latest guidance on correcting VAT errors
Early in 2023 HMRC launched an online tool for helping you correct errors in VAT returns. After a settling-in period HMRC has recently published new guidance on using the tool.
Advisory fuel rates for company cars from 1 June 2024
The amount that employers can reimburse staff for business travel in company cars changes from 1 June 2024. What are the new rates?
Winter fuel payments to be clawed back via tax system
A government U-turn on the winter fuel payment was announced this week, with a new means-tested threshold. How will this work in practice?
MTD ITSA guidance updated following Budget
The Budget contained announcements regarding the rollout of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment (MTD ITSA). What's the latest updated position?
Latest advisory fuel rates for company car drivers
The amount that employees can be reimbursed for business travel in company cars changed from 1 September 2024. What are the new rates?
HMRC cuts late payment interest following base rate changes
Late payment interest rates on underpaid taxes will soon decrease due to the recent reduction in the Bank of England's base rate. What are the new rates?
Latest advisory fuel rates for company cars
The amount that employees can be reimbursed for business travel in company cars changes from 1 December 2024. What are the new rates?
Adding Strength to our Business
We are delighted to announce that Inspire Financial Management have engaged with Galley and Tindle Accountants in Durham, to form a strategic collaboration between our two firms.
HMRC reopens self-assessment helpline
HMRC's self-assessment helpline was closed in June. It's now reopened for calls ready for the tax return filing season. What do you need to know?
