Next government will need to build trust between HMRC and self-employed

May 31, 2024

The next government must take a direct hand in rebuilding trust between HMRC and the self-employed, according to the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE).

The…

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Inflation falls after UK moves out of recession

May 24, 2024

The rate of UK inflation fell to 2.3% in the year to April, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Inflation is down from 3.2% in March and is the lowest level since September…

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Taxpayers spend total of 800 years waiting to speak to HMRC

May 20, 2024

UK taxpayers spent the equivalent of 800 years on hold to HMRC in 2022/23, according to a report published by the National Audit Office (NAO).

The report found that funding pressures, job cuts…

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HMRC error means self-employed workers could lose out on state pension

May 16, 2024

An HMRC error could mean that some low-income, self-employed workers lose out on their entitlement to National Insurance-related benefits like the state pension, warns the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group…

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300,000 file tax returns in the first week of the tax year

May 14, 2024

Almost 300,000 self assessment taxpayers filed their return in the first week of the new tax year, HMRC has revealed.

The early filers were almost 10 months ahead of the 31 January 2025 deadline.

Almost…

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HMRC clarifies tax rules for WFH commuting

May 09, 2024

HMRC has updated guidance on when tax relief is available on travel expenses for staff who work from home.

The tax authority is responding to the growth of flexible or hybrid basis working contracts,…

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HMRC launches online voluntary NICs payment service

May 07, 2024

HMRC has launched a new online voluntary NICs payment service.

The government says the new service will make it easier for customers to check for and fill any gaps in their National Insurance…

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MTD for Income Tax pilot now live

May 01, 2024

HMRC's pilot scheme for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) is now live.

Accountants, agents and individuals are able to sign up to the pilot and test the programme…

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UK borrowing reduces Chancellor's wiggle room

Apr 29, 2024

Higher than expected government borrowing has reduced the Chancellor's 'wiggle room' at a pre-election Budget.

Government borrowing - the difference between spending and tax income…

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