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With the Autumn Budget set for 28 October 2026, businesses should prepare for potential policy shifts as the government balances fiscal challenges and economic forecasts.
The House of Lords Finance Bill Sub-Committee has officially launched its call for evidence regarding the Draft Finance Bill 2026–27, marking a key stage in the legislative process.
HMRC has issued significant updates affecting transfer pricing, the Construction Industry Scheme, and short-term business visitors. Ensure your business remains compliant.
HMRC has released updated guidance for taxpayers who disagree with revenue correction notices. Learn how to manage these disputes effectively.
HMRC has introduced significant changes to how non-UK businesses within a VAT group must process refund claims, effective as of September 2026.
HMRC has initiated a new compliance campaign targeting trusts and estates, focusing on ensuring accurate reporting and tax transparency.
HMRC has clarified Self Assessment return filing rules for company directors, focusing on close companies and charity officeholders.
HMRC has released Technical Note 2 outlining the five-stage information-sharing process for bringing unspent pension pots into inheritance tax from April 2027.
The GAAR Advisory Panel has rejected umbrella company dual-payment models, warning contractors and recruiters against disguised remuneration arrangements.
HMRC is beginning to automatically enroll taxpayers into Making Tax Digital for Income Tax this September. Learn how to manage this transition and avoid data errors.
New HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates took effect on 1 September 2026. We break down the increases for petrol engines and the slight relief for diesel drivers.
HMRC has released updated advisory fuel rates for company cars, effective from 1 September 2026. Ensure your payroll and expense systems are updated to remain compliant.
From September 2026, HMRC will begin automatically signing up eligible taxpayers for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax. Find out if you are affected.
With nearly half of taxpayers missing the first MTD for ITSA deadline, we explore HMRC's new digital compliance tools and what you need to do to stay on track.
HMRC has released vital new guidance on how the State Pension is taxed, alongside updated advisory fuel rates taking effect this September.
HMRC has introduced new digital tools to simplify how taxpayers respond to compliance checks and challenge revenue correction notices online.
With nearly half of taxpayers missing the first MTD deadline, we look at the implications and new HMRC guidance regarding State Pension taxation.
HMRC reports that 436,000 taxpayers have successfully filed under MTD for Income Tax. We explore this milestone and the ongoing focus on side-hustle income reporting.
HMRC has introduced a new digital service for compliance checks and is nearing the end of a consultation on faster tax payments. Learn how these changes affect your business.
With over 400,000 taxpayers now filing under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, we examine the key takeaways from the first mandatory August deadline.
HMRC has deployed 350 new investigators to tackle tax evasion, focusing on high street businesses and undeclared digital income over £1,000.
Chancellor John Healey has officially confirmed that the 2026 Autumn Budget will be delivered on 28 October, focusing on fiscal stability and cost-of-living support.
Following the first MTD for ITSA deadline, HMRC is consulting on mandatory direct debits for VAT and PAYE, alongside plans to accelerate self-assessment payments.
The temporary 5p fuel duty cut begins its phased reversal this September. We discuss the impact on commercial fleets and the upcoming adjustments to HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates.
HMRC has confirmed the removal of VAT on household electricity from October 2026. Discover how this impacts households and what it means for home-based business owners.
With the Furnished Holiday Let regime now transitioned to standard rules, we explore how property owners can adapt to the new tax treatment of their rental income.
HMRC has issued new guidance this week regarding automated data sharing from digital platforms, impacting anyone earning extra income via apps or websites.
Following the August 1st HMRC update, taxpayers with offshore interests face new disclosure requirements and tightened compliance windows for the 2026 tax year.
New guidance released this week clarifies how SMEs can claim the 2026 Green Technology Tax Credit to offset carbon reduction costs against their Corporation Tax bill.
With the July 31st payment on account deadline approaching, new HMRC consultations suggest a move toward accelerated in-year tax payments for self-assessment filers.
Following recent updates, HMRC has opened a new settlement window for those with outstanding loan charge debts, offering potential reductions in fees and interest.
A practical guide to UK workplace pension auto-enrolment: who must comply, how contributions work, the role of salary sacrifice, and what the planned changes mean for employers and employees.
The government has released draft legislation aimed at closing the tax gap through enhanced reporting and anti-avoidance measures for SMEs.
HMRC has announced a reduction in interest rates for late tax payments following recent Bank of England movements. Discover how this affects your liabilities.
HMRC has published the final technical specifications for the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), marking a major shift in how digital assets are reported in the UK.
New HMRC policy papers detail the transition of the High Income Child Benefit Charge to a household-based system, aimed at removing current individual income inequities.
HMRC has introduced stricter evidence requirements for R&D claims this week, specifically targeting the definition of competent professionals and sub-contracted costs.
As we reach the height of summer 2026, HMRC has issued new technical guidance for taxpayers navigating the first mandatory year of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.
How your choice of property ownership structure impacts income tax, capital gains, and inheritance planning.
A guide to additional property taxes, SDLT charges, and planning strategies for second home owners.
A technical guide to the R&D tax relief scheme and how to maximize claims for qualifying costs.
Understanding HMRC requirements for reporting cryptocurrency transactions, gains, and income.
Proven techniques for optimizing company tax position through salary planning, pensions, and relief structures.
How to calculate CGT on property sales, understand Private Residence Relief, and report transactions.
Understanding the mechanics, eligibility criteria, and tax benefits of venture capital investment schemes.
How the £50 annual gift exemption works and what qualifies under HMRC rules.
How to plan gifts to children using IHT exemptions, bare trusts, and lifetime planning.
Exploring the personal chattels exemption and when vehicle sales may trigger a tax charge.
Understanding whether gains below £3,000 require reporting and how loss preservation works.
How to defer CGT when gifting unquoted company shares or business property to beneficiaries.
Legitimate techniques including loss harvesting, spousal transfers, and exemption optimization.
Understanding FINRA PDT regulations and how they affect UK traders using US brokers.
How HMRC determines trader status and the income tax implications of frequent trading.
How initial crypto purchases are treated for tax purposes and how cost basis is established.
How to report crypto gains, losses, and trading income on your tax return.
Complete breakdown of all tax charges applicable to crypto ownership and transactions.
Why spot rates matter for accurate tax calculations and how to document them properly
How the chattels exemption protects gains on vintage and classic vehicles from CGT.
Understanding the double-taxation issue and structures for minimizing exit tax.
Identifying deductible business expenses and how they reduce your trading income.
Understanding the difference between trading and investing and the tax implications.
How to recover tax when EIS-backed companies become worthless.
Step-by-step guidance on calculating and reporting capital gains on your tax return.
How platform rebalancing and investment income are taxed in general accounts vs ISAs.
Understanding why converting crypto to fiat always triggers a capital gains tax event.
Understanding that mere possession is not taxable; only disposal triggers a tax event.
Why CFDs are classified as trading income and subject to higher tax rates.
How full-time FX trading is treated as self-employment and the associated tax obligations.
How brokerage costs are treated differently for traders versus investors.
Understanding the different tax rates applied to various types of investment returns.
Confirming that cryptoassets are subject to standard CGT and income tax rules.
Understanding your income tax and National Insurance obligations as an FX trader.
How to claim Venture Capital Trust tax relief and maintain compliance with conditions.
Understanding the three layers of tax advantage in Venture Capital Trust investments.
How to claim SITR relief and the conditions that must be met for compliance.
Understanding how capital gains tax is calculated on equity disposals.
How to calculate dividend tax and report income on your tax return.
Understanding how dividend income is taxed at different income levels.
Procedural guidance for claiming Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme relief.
Step-by-step guide to claiming Enterprise Investment Scheme income tax relief.
Complete overview of the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme and its tax advantages.
Complete guide to the Enterprise Investment Scheme and how it benefits investors.
A complete guide to personal allowances, tax bands, and income tax rates for the 2025/26 tax year.
Understanding NIC for employees, employers, and the self-employed in 2025/26.
Understanding the HICBC threshold, how it works, and strategies to reduce your liability.
A practical guide to Self Assessment obligations, deadlines, and avoiding penalties.
How pension tax relief works, the annual allowance, and strategies for higher earners.
Understanding how tax treaties prevent income from being taxed twice in different countries.
How the remittance basis worked for non-domiciled individuals and the new residency-based regime from April 2025.
Which foreign income must be reported to HMRC and how to correctly declare it.
A guide to the SRT framework that determines whether you are UK resident for tax purposes.
How transfer pricing rules affect SMEs with cross-border related-party transactions.