HMRC criticised over IR35 implementation

HMRC needs to demonstrate that off-payroll working rules, commonly known as IR35, can operate effectively and fairly in the real world, according to a report by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

The…

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National insurance threshold rises

The level at which people start paying national insurance rose from £9,880 to £12,570 from 6 July.

According to the government, 30 million people across the UK will benefit from this tax cut.…

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Chancellor outlines growth measures at Mini Budget

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng used the 2022 Mini Budget to announce a series of tax cuts for businesses and individuals.

The Chancellor confirmed that the 1.25% rise in national insurance contributions…

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Self assessment clock ticks down to under 100 days

HMRC has reminded taxpayers that they are now less than 100 days until the deadline for self assessment online return submission.

Self assessment taxpayers have until 31 January 2023 to submit…

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CBI praises Chancellor for 'delivering stability' in Autumn Statement

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) praised Chancellor Jeremy Hunt for 'delivering stability and protecting the most vulnerable' in the Autumn Statement.

The business group…

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Bank of England raises interest rates to highest level in 14 years

The Bank of England (BoE) has raised the base rate of interest to the highest level in 14 years.

The BoE raised interest rates for the tenth consecutive time on 2 February with a half point…

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'Digital pound' likely to launch this decade, says Treasury

The Treasury and the Bank of England (BoE) have suggested that a state-backed 'digital pound' is likely to be launched this decade.

Both the Treasury and the Bank said that the public should…

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Bank of England raises UK interest rates

Interest rates have been increased to 4.25% from 4% by the Bank of England (BoE) as it tries to slow rising prices.

The BoE's decision to increase rates for the 11th time in a row comes after…

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PAC criticises government for billions lost to error and fraud

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has criticised the government for losing billions of taxpayers' money to fraud and error in pandemic support.

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT)…

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