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Definition of a building sub-contractor

Definition of a building sub-contractor

Know the rules for contractors & subs under CIS to avoid issues with HMRC. Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), HMRC applies specific tax rules to contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry. Contractors are responsible for deducting tax...
VAT – digital record keeping

VAT – digital record keeping

HMRC requires businesses to maintain accurate VAT records to ensure correct tax payments. While all businesses must retain general records (such as invoices, bank statements, and receipts), a key requirement under the Making Tax Digital for VAT initiative is keeping...
Help with outstanding tax bills

Help with outstanding tax bills

HMRC’s Time to Pay lets eligible taxpayers spread tax bills over time, avoiding immediate enforcement.  If you owe tax to HMRC, you may be able to set up an online ‘Time to Pay’ payment plan depending on the type of tax debt and your...
Rules to protect effects of debanking

Rules to protect effects of debanking

Banks must now give 90 days’ notice before closing accounts, giving customers more time to respond. Since April 2026, new government rules strengthen protections for individuals and small businesses at risk of unfair bank account closures. Under the...
Trusts and Income Tax

Trusts and Income Tax

Trustees must manage assets, follow tax rules, and register with HMRC where required. A trust is a legal arrangement in which a trustee, either an individual or a company, is entrusted with managing assets such as land, money, or shares on behalf of others. These...