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Starting or changing jobs

Starting or changing jobs

Providing the right information when you start a new job helps ensure your tax code is correct from the first pay day and avoids the risk of paying too much tax. When starting a new job or taking on additional employment, your new employer will usually send your...
New First Year Allowance from 1 January 2026

New First Year Allowance from 1 January 2026

The new 40% First Year Allowance (FYA) for qualifying main-rate plant and machinery expenditure first announced at Autumn Budget 2025 has now come into force. Effective from 1 January 2026, the new FYA applies to qualifying main-rate plant and machinery expenditure....
The scope of the trivial benefits legislation

The scope of the trivial benefits legislation

The trivial benefits legislation provides a simple and practical tax exemption that allows employers to give small non-cash benefits to employees without triggering tax or National Insurance charges. To qualify as a trivial benefit, the cost to the employer must not...
Company car expenses and benefits – what’s exempt?

Company car expenses and benefits – what’s exempt?

While company cars often come with tax implications, there are specific situations where the associated benefits may be exempt. There are circumstances where it can be possible to offer employees car benefits that are exempt from tax. Exempt expenses and benefits...
Check a UK VAT number is authentic

Check a UK VAT number is authentic

Verifying a VAT number before reclaiming VAT can protect your business from rejected claims, repayments, and unnecessary penalties.The online service for checking a UK VAT number is available at www.gov.uk/check-uk-vat-number. This online tool allows businesses and...