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Check if HMRC contact is genuine
HMRC’s published guidance titled ‘Check genuine HMRC contact that uses more than one communication method’ has been updated. The list
Act now to claim dormant funds
The Ministry of Justice has published an urgent warning for anyone with unclaimed dormant funds held by the Courts Funds
Time to renew tax credits
HMRC is currently sending the annual tax credit renewal packs to the 730,000 tax credit claimants and is encouraging recipients
New Companies House powers
The recently introduced Economic Crime and Transparency Act has gifted Companies House a range of new powers aimed at reducing
Cyber protection laws introduced
New consumer protections against hacking and cyber-attacks came into force at the end of April 2024. All internet connected smart
Tax Diary June/July 2024
1 June 2024 - Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 31 August 2023. 19 June 2024
Hiring customs agents
Customs declarations can be difficult and time consuming to complete. Businesses can make their own custom's declarations; however, this is
Business rates relief in England
Business rates are a tax on non-domestic premises, including most commercial properties such as shops, offices, pubs, warehouses and factories.
Directors who are liable for unpaid tax
HMRC has the power to make directors personally liable for paying the tax debts of companies they have been involved
Self-employed tax basis period reform
The self-employed tax basis period reform has changed the way trading income is allocated to tax years. Under the reforms,
New tips guidance published
New rules that stop employers from withholding tips from people working in the hospitality, leisure and services sectors are a
VAT boost to charitable donations
The government is looking to introduce a new relief that would provide a VAT boost to charitable donations. The new