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The UK government has recently addressed the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s (PHSO) report concerning the communication of changes to women’s State Pension age. The PHSO identified maladministration by the Department for Work and
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From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for ITSA) will transform tax compliance for businesses, self-employed individuals, and landlords, mandating digital record-keeping and online submissions. Get prepared! The mandatory signup for
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Inheritance Tax nil-rate bands remain frozen until April 2030. Learn how this affects estates, the residence nil-rate band, and planning opportunities to maximise tax-free inheritance for loved ones. The Inheritance Tax (IHT) nil-rate bands have
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Advisory fuel rates for company cars help employers and employees manage fuel costs without triggering tax liabilities. Learn how to use these rates to avoid tax, especially car fuel benefit charges. HMRC’s fuel rates also known as advisory fuel
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Ensure compliance with HMRC rules when providing company cars. From P46(Car) submissions to benefit reporting, learn what steps to take for private use and specific exemptions. Here are the steps you need to follow to inform HMRC if you make any
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Capital Gains Tax rates have increased for disposals from 30 October 2024, with further changes ahead. Stay informed on the updated rates for assets, property, and reliefs to optimise your tax planning. We would like to remind our readers of the
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The cash basis is now the default for self-employed income reporting. Learn about the key updates, opt-out options, and how this simplified method can ease your self-assessment obligations with HMRC. The cash basis is used by sole traders and other
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Navigating VAT in the construction industry can feel like untangling scaffolding. Enter the VAT reverse charge—special rules that mean sub-contractors no longer charge VAT on services but contractors handle the tax instead. Here’s how it works
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For companies selling shares, the Substantial Shareholdings Exemption (SSE) can mean significant tax relief. Introduced in 2002 and simplified in 2017, this exemption allows qualifying gains on share disposals to go untaxed—provided key
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Reclaiming VAT on company cars isn’t as simple as it sounds. Generally, businesses can’t recover VAT unless the car is used exclusively for business purposes. But there are exceptions—like taxis, driving schools, and commercial vehicles. Here’s