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Enforcement of the minimum wage

Enforcement of the minimum wage

The Department for Business & Trade has recently published a report that outlines the government’s enforcement of the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) for the 2024–25 financial year.The Government is committed to ensuring that all...
HMRC contacting sole traders

HMRC contacting sole traders

HMRC is currently contacting certain sole traders by email to reiterate the importance of adjusting business expenses for personal use.The email explains:why personal use must be adjusted on your self-assessment tax return; andwhat you need to do if your business...
Penalty points for late filing of VAT returns

Penalty points for late filing of VAT returns

Many businesses are still unaware that the VAT late filing and late payment rules now operate on a points-based system, where repeated delays can quickly lead to a £200 penalty and added interest. The VAT late filing penalties regime changed for accounting...
Set up your tax app with HMRC

Set up your tax app with HMRC

The free HMRC tax app now provides quick access to tax codes, income history, self-assessment details, National Insurance records and even payment options, all from your phone. HMRC’s free tax app is available to download from the App Store for iOS and from the...
Paying tax arrears using HMRC payment plans

Paying tax arrears using HMRC payment plans

If you are unable to pay your tax bill, it's important to reach out to HMRC as soon as possible. HMRC may offer a Time to Pay arrangement, allowing you to settle the debt in manageable instalments based on your financial situation. Taxpayers with liabilities of up...