Expert guidance on UK tax, accounting, and business matters to help you make informed decisions.
Being a director does not on its own mean you must file a Self Assessment return. A letter from HMRC or dividends over £10,000 usually do. How to check before 31 January 2027.
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The Employment Rights Act is coming in stages. A new harassment duty starts on 30 October 2026 and unfair dismissal rights change on 1 January 2027. What small employers should do now.
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Arrived in or left the UK during 2025/26? Your tax return will usually need SA109 pages, which HMRC's free online service cannot take. Your two routes and deadlines.
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Since 2026 anyone paid to deal with HMRC for you must be registered. For some advisers the window closes in November. Here is what to ask your accountant, and why it matters.
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HMRC has told agents it will write to CIS contractors in October 2026 where it has found errors in monthly returns. Here are the three errors it names and how to fix them first.
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Employed with a side income? File your 2025/26 return early and a tax bill under £3,000 can be collected through your tax code over 2027/28, instead of in one go in January.
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On 3 September HMRC named 658 employers for underpaying the minimum wage, many of them paying the right hourly rate. Here are the seven ways a correct payslip still breaks the rules.
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A 31 December 2025 year end means two separate deadlines: accounts to Companies House by 30 September and Corporation Tax paid by 1 October. Here is what each means and what to do now.
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From September 2026 HMRC will start signing up sole traders and landlords who should be using Making Tax Digital but have not registered. Here is why doing it yourself first is better.
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A company van costs £4,170 in benefit in kind this year. A double cab pickup bought today is usually taxed as a car, which costs far more. Here is how the rules work before you buy.
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A registration flaw means some self-employed people who filed tax returns between 2015/16 and 2023/24 have missing Class 2 National Insurance years. Here is how to check and what it means.
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Two changes landed in 2026: a new 40% first-year allowance and a cut in the main pool rate from 18% to 14%. Here is what they mean for your van, laptop or machinery, and who they actually affect.
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From 6 April 2026, agencies and end clients can be jointly liable for PAYE and NIC an umbrella company fails to pay. Here is what changed, how to read your payslip, and what to check.
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Started self-employment, became a landlord or picked up untaxed income in 2025/26? You must tell HMRC by 5 October 2026. Here is who is caught, how to register, and why to act now.
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The VAT registration threshold is £90,000 in 2026, but the rules on when you must register catch a lot of growing businesses out. Here are the two tests, the deadlines, and the backdating trap that can cost you thousands.
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HMRC is sending nudge letters to online sellers using data from platforms like eBay, Vinted and Etsy. Here is what the letters mean, the two thresholds people confuse, and what to do if one lands on your doormat.
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From the 2025/26 tax year, directors of close companies who file a Self Assessment return must complete new boxes on it. Leave them blank and HMRC can charge a £60 penalty.
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The second Self Assessment payment on account for 2025/26 is due by 31 July 2026. Here is how the system works, who has to pay, and how to reduce it safely without triggering an interest charge.
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From 25 June to 1 September 2026 a temporary 5% VAT rate applies to children's meals and family attraction tickets. Here is exactly what qualifies, the timing trap to avoid, and what to set up before the start date.
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Your P11D for 2025/26 is due by 6 July 2026, with Class 1A National Insurance payable by 22 July. Here is what to report, the penalties for getting it wrong, and how mandatory payrolling changes the picture from April 2027.
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On 21 May 2026 HMRC raised the Approved Mileage Allowance Payment from 45p to 55p per mile, backdated to 6 April 2026. Here is exactly what employers and sole traders need to do this month.
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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax went live on 6 April 2026. Here is exactly what sole traders and landlords need to do before the first quarterly deadline on 7 August 2026.
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From 6 April 2026 contractors must file nil returns again and payments to local authorities sit outside CIS. Here are the seven changes every UK construction business needs to action.
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Dividend tax rates rose on 6 April 2026, so the salary and dividend mix many limited company directors rely on deserves a fresh look. Here is what changed and how to structure your pay efficiently in 2026/27.
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From late 2025, every director and Person with Significant Control of a UK limited company must verify their identity with Companies House.
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SSP has changed. From 6 April 2026, all employees get sick pay from day one, with no earnings threshold. Here is what every UK employer needs to know.
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New National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates apply from 1 April 2026. See the new HMRC rates, the accommodation offset and key payroll checks for employers.
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New dividend tax rates from April 2026: basic rate rises to 10.75%, higher rate to 35.75%. See how it affects your limited company's take-home pay.
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Working from home in the UK? Learn how to claim home office expenses – from HMRC simplified expenses to actual costs and the £6 per week allowance.
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As a self-employed freelancer in the UK, knowing how much tax to set aside is essential. This guide covers Income Tax, National Insurance, VAT thresholds, and practical tips to manage your tax bill.
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Starting a business in the UK is exciting, but those first few weeks can feel overwhelming. Here are the 7 essential steps to complete in your first 30 days.
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HMRC is ramping up compliance checks with AI-powered tools and thousands of new officers. Learn what triggers an investigation and how to protect your business.
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Choosing between a limited company and self-employment is one of the biggest decisions for UK entrepreneurs. This guide compares tax, liability, admin, and compliance to help you decide.
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From spring 2026, HMRC is shifting to digital-first communication. Learn what is changing, who it affects, and what you need to do to prepare.
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HMRC can open a compliance check on any business. Learn when checks happen, what HMRC looks for, and how to prepare so you have nothing to worry about.
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HMRC's Personal Tax Account is a free online tool that every self-employed person and company director should be using. Here is what it does and why it matters.
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