Oct 30, 2023
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 23, 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 16, 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 9, 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 2, 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,...
Sep 26, 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 20, 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 14, 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 8, 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...
Aug 23, 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,...