Over the next five years, it is estimated that the government’s flagship housing policy will help over 1 million people getting onto the housing ladder.
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Tuesday, 31 July 2018
Monday, 30 July 2018
Announcement of the launch of the Government Counter Fraud Profession (GCFP).
Friday, 13 July 2018
More information on Making Tax Digital is now available to help businesses and agents understand what they need to do before the deadline.
Friday, 29 June 2018
The international agreement aims to significantly reduce the illicit tobacco market both in the UK and worldwide.
Friday, 01 June 2018
Gill Aitken, HMRC’s General Counsel and Solicitor, is to leave the department to take up a new role as Registrar at the University of Oxford.
Friday, 18 May 2018
Consultation looks at improving the rules around 'off-payroll' working so contractors who work through their own company pay the right tax.
Friday, 06 April 2018
The new tax year brings changes to income tax and the National Living Wage that help people earn more and keep more of what they earn.
Friday, 06 April 2018
New rules for Optional Remuneration Arrangements take effect today.
Friday, 06 April 2018
Rules introduced to prevent manipulation of the system take effect today.
Friday, 06 April 2018
Changes in the tax system in April will boost the finances of millions of people in the UK. Here’s a summary of how you might benefit.
Thursday, 05 April 2018
The 'Sugar Tax' will help to reduce sugar in soft drinks and tackle childhood obesity.
Sunday, 01 April 2018
The Fulfilment House Due Diligence Scheme ensures that fulfilment houses play their part in reducing abuse of VAT rules by online traders based outside the EU.
Tuesday, 27 March 2018
The Office of Tax Simplification is looking for people to join its team.
Thursday, 15 March 2018
The measures are included in the Finance Act 2018 which received Royal Assent today (15 March 2018).
Friday, 09 March 2018
A statement from HM Treasury regarding the European Commission’s notification of infraction proceedings on the UK’s VAT treatment of certain commodity derivatives trading.
Tuesday, 06 March 2018
£1,550 tax exemption for electric taxis comes into force this April.
Monday, 05 March 2018
Working parents can save thousands of pounds on regulated holiday clubs and other childcare as part of the government's Childcare Choices offer.
Monday, 05 March 2018
Working parents can save thousands of pounds on regulated holiday clubs and other childcare as part of the government's Childcare Choices offer.
Friday, 02 March 2018
How this week's extreme weather is affecting some of our services.
Thursday, 01 February 2018
From 1 March 2018 the VOA Accounts Payable function will transfer to HMRC Financial Shared Services.
Wednesday, 31 January 2018
Businesses that import or export goods outside the EU will need to prepare for the new service for declaring these.
Friday, 26 January 2018
The first Welsh taxes for almost 800 years are ready to be switched on, the UK and Welsh governments today (Friday January 26) confirmed.
Wednesday, 17 January 2018
HMRC outlines support for affected businesses
Friday, 08 December 2017
The Welsh Government and the National Assembly for Wales will become responsible for some of the taxes paid in Wales in April 2018.
Wednesday, 06 December 2017
The updated guidance sets out how the consultation process will work when there is just one fiscal event each year – an Autumn Budget.
Saturday, 02 December 2017
The Chancellor announced today that VAT collected on sales for the X Factor winner’s charity song will be donated to children’s charities.
Friday, 01 December 2017
The Finance Bill takes steps to help young people with the cost of living, crack down on tax avoidance and evasion, and protect the environment.
Tuesday, 21 November 2017
The Bill will lay the foundations for the UK’s standalone customs regime.
Wednesday, 08 November 2017
The deadline for new trusts to register is now 5 January 2018.
Tuesday, 07 November 2017
The Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) report, published today, offers a range of proposals for simplifying the tax.
Friday, 03 November 2017
HMRC interest rates for late payments will be revised following Bank of England interest rate rise
Thursday, 26 October 2017
'Tax gap' fell to 6% in 2015 to 2016 as government cracks down on avoidance, evasion and non-compliance.
Monday, 23 October 2017
Decision made following the announcement of Edward Troup’s retirement at the end of 2017
Wednesday, 13 September 2017
The government is cracking down on illegal waste sites, making rogue operators liable for landfill tax.
Monday, 11 September 2017
The Office of Tax Simplification is looking for people to join its team
Friday, 08 September 2017
'A fair tax system is a key part of our plan to build a fairer society', says Mel Stride, Financial Secretary.
Tuesday, 15 August 2017
New guidance sets out process for multinationals in line with OECD requirements.
Tuesday, 25 July 2017
Two new Director Generals have been appointed to lead the Customer Services and Customer Compliance Groups, following the departures of Ruth Owen and Jennie Granger in June
Tuesday, 25 July 2017
Melissa Tatton has been appointed on promotion to head up the Valuation Office Agency.
Thursday, 20 July 2017
From TV Series "The Crown" to independent theatre productions and video games, the 2016-17 tax relief supported work across the UK's creative industries.
Thursday, 13 July 2017
Ministers confirm a new timetable for Making Tax Digital.
Monday, 22 May 2017
The deadline for submitting Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) returns for the year ended 31 December 2016 is 31 May 2017.
Tuesday, 25 April 2017
Get help and support from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) with your tax credits.
Monday, 03 April 2017
HMRC is making it easier for customers to get their tax right.
Saturday, 01 April 2017
Millions of workers will benefit from increases to the Personal Allowance and Higher Rate Threshold on 6 April.
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