War Widows Recognition Payments Scheme
Bereaved spouses who lost service pensions before 2015 have until 15 October 2025 to claim a one-off £87,500 recognition payment.
This scheme was launched in October 2023 to help
How do HMRC define “wholly and exclusively” for tax purposes
Not sure if a business cost is deductible? HMRC’s ‘wholly and exclusively’ rule is the key test.
When deciding whether an expense is deductible or not it is important to bear in
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
Interactive online tool for tax compliance check
HMRC’s new Q&A tool guides you through each step of a compliance check.
The free interactive online tool is designed to help individuals and businesses better understand what
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
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
The transition from FHL to Property Rental business
Tax perks for Furnished Holiday Lets have ended. From April 2025, lettings fall under standard rental rules. Check the transition rules to avoid surprises.
The tax advantages that
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
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
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