Category: HMRC notices


  • Reclaiming duty moving goods to Northern Ireland

    Businesses can reclaim duties on qualifying goods moved to or through Northern Ireland since 2021 The Northern Ireland Duty Reimbursement Scheme allows businesses to reclaim import duties paid on goods moved into Northern Ireland, provided specific

  • Higher penalties for MTD filers

    Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will become mandatory in phases from April 2026. If you are self-employed or a landlord earning over £50,000 you need to start preparing to submit quarterly updates, keeping digital records and a new penalty system

  • Save up to £2,000 a year on childcare costs

    Is your child starting school this September? Tax-Free Childcare could save you up to £2,000 a year. Check your eligibility now and start planning ahead. Working families whose children are starting school for the first time September 2025 could

  • State Benefits – What is taxable and what is not

    Not all state benefits are tax-free! Some, like the State Pension and Carer’s Allowance, are taxable, while others, like PIP and Universal Credit, are not. Knowing the difference can help you stay on top of your tax responsibilities and avoid

  • Tax treatment of income after cessation

    After a business closes, income can still arise. Post-cessation receipts must be properly reported and taxed under specific rules. Knowing what qualifies — and what does not — ensures businesses and individuals stay compliant with UK tax

  • LLP salaried members

    Not all LLP members are taxed as partners. HMRC may treat them as employees if they meet certain conditions. Here’s how the salaried member rules work, what the three-part test involves, and who’s excluded from the legislation. The salaried member

  • Records you must keep if self-employed

    If you are self-employed as a sole trader or a partner in a business partnership, you are required to maintain suitable business records as well as separate personal income records for tax purposes. For tax compliance, these business records must be

  • How far back can HMRC assess under-declared taxes?

    From income tax to VAT, HMRC has specific time limits for issuing tax assessments. Depending on the circumstances—whether it’s standard, careless, offshore, or deliberate behaviour—these limits can stretch from 4 to 20 years. HMRC’s time

  • Treatment of post-cessation receipts and payments

    When a trade ends, income doesn’t always stop. Post-cessation receipts can still arise, and knowing how they are taxed is crucial. Whether it’s Income Tax or Corporation Tax, the recipient—not necessarily the original trader—bears the

  • How umbrella companies work

    Umbrella companies offer an easy way for freelancers and contractors to get paid without running a limited company. They handle payroll and tax via PAYE, ensuring compliance and employment rights. But are they the right choice for you? Consider the