

Zero-rated VAT for charity building accessible facilities
Many buildings need disabled access. VAT law offers relief for charity-owned or occupied buildings. This saves costs with minimal admin....
Oct 30, 2023


Navigating tax complexities in public sector pension reforms
From October 1, 2023, individuals retiring from the public sector will face significant pension decisions under the second phase of the...
Oct 23, 2023


Inflation Eases, but Financial Struggles Remain
Rising living costs, driven by soaring food and energy prices, have burdened many UK households. Efforts to control inflation through...
Oct 16, 2023


HMRC thwarts inheritance tax home loan scheme
An attempt to reduce inheritance tax using a home loan scheme faced legal challenges. In a case in July 2023, the issue was whether a...
Oct 9, 2023


Almost half of R&D claims lack compulsory form
An attempt to reduce inheritance tax through a home loan scheme faced a major setback at the first-tier tribunal. Since August 8, 2023,...
Oct 2, 2023


Plastic Packaging Tax Exceeds Expectations: £276m Collected in First Year
UK's Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) collected £276m in its first year, exceeding government predictions. The PPT, a £200 per tonne levy on...
Sep 26, 2023


Low-income individuals face fines from HMRC even when they owe no taxes
Many low-income individuals are unaware they may need to file tax returns, even if they don't owe taxes. HMRC imposes late-filing...
Sep 20, 2023


UK economy at risk of recession amidst rising interest rates
UK economy faces recession risk: Higher interest rates and falling consumer spending have caused a significant drop in demand for goods...
Sep 14, 2023


Overlap Relief Online Form Delayed Until September 11
HMRC has postponed the launch of the online form for overlap relief requests from August 29 to September 11. The delay is due to the need...
Sep 8, 2023


Ensure Continuous Child Benefit Payments for 16-Year-Olds: Act Now!
If your child is turning 16, act now to keep getting Child Benefit payments. The deadline is August 31st. To keep getting Child Benefit,...
Aug 23, 2023