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Claims to reduce payments on account

Claims to reduce payments on account

Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to pay their Income Tax liabilities in three instalments each year. The first two payments are due on 31 January during the tax year and 31 July following the tax year. These payments on account are based on 50% each of...
When dividends cannot be paid

When dividends cannot be paid

There is a basic principle that dividends or other distributions must not be paid out of capital even if the Articles of a company authorise such a payment. For the purposes of this article, reference to distributions includes dividends. This is stated as follows in...
Employing an apprentice

Employing an apprentice

There are special rules to observe when employing an apprentice in the UK. Basically, an apprentice takes part in a structured training program that combines working with studying. Apprentices gain practical experience while earning a wage and working towards a...
MTD for Income Tax draws closer

MTD for Income Tax draws closer

The mandatory rollout of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for ITSA) is scheduled to begin in April 2026. The process will significantly adjust how businesses, self-employed individuals, and landlords engage with HMRC. The system will require businesses and...
Myths about self-assessment

Myths about self-assessment

In a recent press release, HMRC addressed some common misconceptions about who needs to file a self-assessment return before the 31 January 2025 deadline and clarifies some of the most widespread myths. The press release seeks to dispel the following myths: Myth 1:...