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Here you will find lots of useful information relating to HMRC guidelines and the latest in guidance.

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Spreading tax payments by using Time to Pay

Spreading tax payments by using Time to Pay

Can’t pay your tax bill in full by 31 January 2025? HMRC’s online Time to Pay system lets self-assessment taxpayers spread the cost over monthly instalments. With plans available for tax bills up to

Claiming Child Benefits online

Claiming Child Benefits online

Over one million parents have now claimed Child Benefit online or via the HMRC app, with 87% of new claims using this speedy service. If you’ve recently had a baby or a child joins your family,

Why Protecting Intellectual Property is Important

Why Protecting Intellectual Property is Important

Intellectual property (IP) refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary works, designs, brand names, and artistic outputs. Whether you are a business owner, inventor, writer, or

Government Forces Water Companies to Double Compensation

Government Forces Water Companies to Double Compensation

The UK government has announced significant reforms to enhance compensation for customers affected by water service failures. Under new regulations, water companies will be mandated to increase

Just because an employee is a lawful resident of the UK does not give them the right to work

Just because an employee is a lawful resident of the UK does not give them the right to work

A restaurant in Middlesborough recently challenged a civil penalty notice of £15,000 issued by the Secretary of State for the Home Department under Section 15 of the Immigration Asylum and Nationality

Could you claim R&D relief?

Could you claim R&D relief?

From April 2024, UK businesses can access enhanced R&D tax relief through the merged RDEC and new ERIS schemes. With generous deductions and credits for R&D-intensive projects, the schemes

Are you eligible to claim the Marriage Allowance?

Are you eligible to claim the Marriage Allowance?

Could you save up to £1,260 in tax this year? If one of you earns less than £12,570, the Marriage Allowance lets couples transfer unused personal allowances. Don’t miss out on this easy tax

IHT nil rate band reduction for large estates

IHT nil rate band reduction for large estates

Married couples and civil partners may be able to pass on up to £1 million of their estate tax-free with the Residence Nil Rate Band. Claiming this transferable allowance could secure your family home

Self-assessment scam warning

Self assessment scam warning

Scammers are on the rise as the Self-Assessment deadline nears! HMRC warns that HMRC never emails or texts about tax refunds. Stay alert, report suspicious contacts, and protect your money from

No tax changes for online sellers

No tax changes for online sellers

Selling online? From 2024, digital platforms must report your information to HMRC if sales exceed £1,700 or 30 goods a year. Casual sellers are exempt, but regular traders may need to register for

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