Agent update August 2020
HMRC has released the latest bi-monthly issue of the ‘Agent Update’ publication which includes summaries of recent changes and updates that have been announced. The document, that
Green Homes Grant Scheme
One of the measures announced by the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak in his Summer Economic update on 8 July 2020 was the launch of the new £2 billion Green Homes Grant scheme.
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Myths and Student Loans
Student Loans are part of the government’s financial support package for students in higher education in the UK. They are available to help students meet their expenses while they
Connected persons CGT and other taxes
The definition of a connected person for tax purposes can be complex and varies depending on the circumstances.
A statutory definition of “connected persons” for tax
HMRC credit card fees
New credit card fees for paying HMRC are to be introduced from 1 November 2020. These changes will mean that HMRC will be able to charge anyone using a business debit card a fee
Renewing your MOT
Vehicle owners with a MOT expiry date between 30 March 2020 and 31 July 2020 were given a 6 month extension. This measure was designed to help motorists as the Coronavirus pandemic
Government u-turn on lockdown changes
Lockdown changes – in England – that were due to come into effect on 1 August 2020, have been delayed until at least 15 August. The last-minute announcement by the Prime Minister,
£50 bike repair voucher scheme launched
The government has launched a new scheme – open to anyone in England – with a bike in need of repair. The Fix your Bike Voucher Scheme is a new initiative that has been championed
Local authorities to receive £500m additional support
The government has confirmed allocations for individual councils in England from the £500 million of additional support for Coronavirus-related spending pressures. This
Draft legislation published for Finance Bill 2020-21
The government has published the draft legislation for Finance Bill 2020-21, along with accompanying explanatory notes, tax information and impact notes. The consultation on draft