Category: GOV.UK

Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services

Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login, giving more than 23 million users a faster and more secure way to access government services. Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login, giving more than 23 million users a faster and more secure way to access government services, such as accessing childcare services or renewing … Continue reading Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services →

Free bus travel 24/7 for disabled people

Eligible disabled people across England will get free bus travel all day, every day, after the Prime Minister announced Tuesday 18th August 2026 that the government will lift time restrictions on concessionary passes. Disabled people across England can soon travel on buses for free all day, every day Time restrictions on concessionary passes to be … Continue reading Free bus travel 24/7 for disabled people →

Driving bans for those who refuse to repay benefit debts

People who have stopped receiving benefits but still refuse to repay money owed to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could be banned from driving under sweeping new powers that have come in.   Fraudsters and debtors who refuse to pay face tough new consequences including direct deductions from bank accounts, as new laws come into force.   Debtors will begin receiving updated letters from Tuesday 24th June 2026, warning them to get in touch and pay up.   This is part … Continue reading Driving bans for those who refuse to repay benefit debts →

Check if you need to register as a Tax adviser – that includes payroll

From Monday 18th May 2026, a new registration requirement for tax advisers will roll out. New mandatory tax adviser registration requirements is claimed to protect customers and raise standards in tax advice. Online registration will roll out in stages between 18th May 2026 and 31st March 2027. Registration is free, and step-by-step guidance is available … Continue reading Check if you need to register as a Tax adviser – that includes payroll →

Winter Fuel Payment scams targeting pensioners

Winter Fuel Payments paid in winter 2025 will be recovered from pensioners with income above £35,000  Check if your payment will be reclaimed at GOV.UK - you don’t need to contact HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) Scammers may try to trick customers into handing money over Pensioners are being warned to be on high alert for scams … Continue reading Winter Fuel Payment scams targeting pensioners →

220,000 vulnerable claimants given personalised support to move to Universal Credit

Vulnerable claimants moved to Universal Credit with specialist help, as Government puts those who need it most at heart of delivery  Over 9 in 10 Employment and Support Allowance [ESA] customers invited to move now on modern benefit system as historic transformation nears completion  Minister for Social Security and Disability encourages people to make the … Continue reading 220,000 vulnerable claimants given personalised support to move to Universal Credit →

Christmas crafters – check the tax rules

Side hustlers selling festive items need to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) online if earnings exceed £1,000 a year. HMRC’s Help for Hustles campaign supports people earning extra income during festive season to understand tax obligations. Online checker tool can clarify if and when side hustlers need to report their additional income. People making … Continue reading Christmas crafters – check the tax rules →

No-fault evictions to end by May 2026

Renters' Rights Act will kick in from 1 May 2026, benefitting 11 million renters across England. Countdown begins for the biggest increase to tenants’ rights in a generation New protections will also end in-year rent rises, bidding wars and discrimination against families receiving benefits Clear timeline will support landlords and letting agents to prepare for … Continue reading No-fault evictions to end by May 2026 →

HMRC name tax avoidance barrister

HMRC have added a practicing barrister, Setu Kamal, to the HMRC tax avoidance promoters list for the first time. Practising barrister added to GOV.UK tax avoidance promoter list for the first time HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) finds senior legal professional designed four schemes that aimed to avoid Income Tax and National Insurance A practising … Continue reading HMRC name tax avoidance barrister →

Access to Companies House WebFiling accounts to move to GOV.UK One Login

For those who operate a limited company, Companies House (CH) are introducing a single sign-in to make it easier and more secure for companies and business owners to access their services. The move to GOV.UK One Login means companies of all sizes are to benefit from a more secure, consistent way of accessing CH services … Continue reading Access to Companies House WebFiling accounts to move to GOV.UK One Login →

Preparing British travellers for EU border changes

UK government launches campaign to raise awareness of EU’s Entry/Exit System. British travellers and holiday,Akers are being advised to prepare for incoming EU border checks. Messages advising the British public about the introduction of new Entry/Exit System (EES) checks at the EU border will be shared across government social media channels, by transport operators and … Continue reading Preparing British travellers for EU border changes →

Mini Umbrella Company fraud tribunal win for HMRC

HMRC has secured a landmark victory at an Upper Tier Tribunal against Mini Umbrella Company (MUC) fraud.  The judgement states that MUC’s fraud is valued at hundreds of millions per year, through abuse of the VAT Flat Rate Scheme and Employment Allowance.  This tribunal decision is claimed to will help create fair competition for legitimate businesses, … Continue reading Mini Umbrella Company fraud tribunal win for HMRC →

New Services introduced for Self Assessment

People who pay tax through Self Assessment will benefit from new HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) services designed to make the process simpler and easier.  As part of its Transformation Roadmap HMRC is introducing improvements to the digital Self Assessment registration and opt-out processes. The introduction of enhanced on-screen messages will reassure SA filers and reduce follow-up … Continue reading New Services introduced for Self Assessment →

AI helpers could coach people into careers and help them move home

AI agents could soon take on boring life admin by dealing with public services on your behalf – from filling in forms to completing applications and booking appointments, as the UK Government plans trials to save people time and modernise the state. Brits could have their own AI agent to help them deal with everything … Continue reading AI helpers could coach people into careers and help them move home →

Workers to take control of their tax affairs with new HMRC services

New PAYE service announced to save around 35 million taxpayers’ time. At least 90% of taxpayer interactions with HMRC to be digital by 2030. Reducing post and letters to save £50 million a year – equal to almost 1,500 full time nurses. Workers are set to take control of their tax affairs as the government announced on … Continue reading Workers to take control of their tax affairs with new HMRC services →

Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now

Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now If you earn more than £1,000 from additional income, you may need to register for Self Assessment Filing now means you will know your tax situation sooner and can spread payments over time HMRC's digital services make filing quick and easy Anyone earning extra income through … Continue reading Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now →

Roadmap confirms workers rights for 2026 and 2027

The Government have published the Employment Rights Bill Implementation Roadmap, setting out timelines for measures in the Bill coming into effect. Comprehensive roadmap for Employment Rights Bill to raise living standards across the country whilst giving employers and workers the time to adapt.     Sets out timelines for new landmark rights with 15 million, or half … Continue reading Roadmap confirms workers rights for 2026 and 2027 →

Received an HMRC Simple Assessment letter?

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) automatically do a Simple Assessment if you owe tax they can’t collect through your PAYE tax code vi your employer or pension and you aren’t registered for Self Assessment. They work out what you owe then write to tell you how much this is and when you need to pay … Continue reading Received an HMRC Simple Assessment letter? →

Tax refund and underpayment letters

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding people that they send out two types of letters in June and July each year. Tax calculation letters You get one of these if you've paid too much or too little tax. This could happen if you changed jobs, have more than one income, or your situation has … Continue reading Tax refund and underpayment letters →

Future of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) – April 2026

HM Revenue and Customs have published initial information as part of the June 2025 employer bulletin on changes that form part of the Plan to Make Work Pay, the Government is making changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). Through the Employment Rights Bill, the government are strengthening SSP to make sure that all employees have access to from … Continue reading Future of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) – April 2026 →

June 2025 Employer Bulletin

Dear PAYadvice.UK  HMRC have issued the June 2025 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, payroll professionals and agents. The June edition of Employer Bulletin includes articles on: PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations 2024 to 2025 organised labour fraud — the supply of labour through Employment Intermediaries mandating the … Continue reading June 2025 Employer Bulletin →

20 million to benefit from new Pension Schemes Bill

Millions of people across the UK will find it easier to manage and get more from their pensions thanks to the new Pension Schemes Bill. The Pension Schemes Bill claims to tackle schemes delivering poor returns for savers, combine smaller pension pots, and create bigger and better pension funds. These measures are to drive costs … Continue reading 20 million to benefit from new Pension Schemes Bill →

Tax Update Spring 2025: Simplification, Administration, and Reform

On the afternoon of Monday 28th April 2025, the Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury (XST) made a written ministerial statement to parliament with a package of measures aimed at simplifying the tax system. At Autumn Budget 2024 and Spring Statement 2025, the government committed to bring forward a package of measures in Spring 2025 aimed at simplifying … Continue reading Tax Update Spring 2025: Simplification, Administration, and Reform →

Payrolling of benefits mandation delayed until April 2027

HM Revenue and Customs have announced and confirmed that the planned implementation of mandatory Payrolling that was originally announced as due to be implemented from 6th April 2026 has been delayed until 6th April 2027. So what has been announced? The government has announced additional time to prepare for the introduction of mandatory payrolling for … Continue reading Payrolling of benefits mandation delayed until April 2027 →

Fake reviews and sneaky hidden fees banned

Outrageous fake reviews and sneaky hidden fees are now banned once and for all in a major win for consumers right across the UK. Fake reviews and hidden fees that cost consumers £2.2bn every year now banned  Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) takes on major new powers to directly enforce new consumer laws  Changes will … Continue reading Fake reviews and sneaky hidden fees banned →

Issue 129 of Agent Update – March 2025

Dear PAYadvice.UK Agent Update: Issue 129 is available now.Get the latest guidance and information including: the Official Rate of Interest Lifetime Allowance (LTA) abolition – lump sum reporting HMRC’s new campaign helps customers 'take the hassle out of their hustle' advanced electronic signatures for R40, P87, and Marriage Allowance transfer claim form (MATCF) print and post … Continue reading Issue 129 of Agent Update – March 2025 →

Automatic Enrolment: the Earnings Trigger and Qualifying Earnings Band Review 2025/2026

The following was announced on Tuesday 21st January 2025: Automatic enrolment (AE) into workplace pensions has transformed workplace pension saving for millions of workers. The Government is committed to looking at long-term steps we can take to further improve pension outcomes. I have completed this year’s annual statutory review of the thresholds within Automatic Enrolment. … Continue reading Automatic Enrolment: the Earnings Trigger and Qualifying Earnings Band Review 2025/2026 →

Millions yet to file their tax return

Thousands filed their Self Assessment on New Year's Day and HMRC urges those still to complete their tax return, to do it now. Around 25,000 taxpayers ‘celebrated’ the New Year by filing their Self Assessment tax return. If they miss the 31st January 2025 deadline, they could face a penalty. With weeks to go, the … Continue reading Millions yet to file their tax return →

Self Assessment’s 40,072 festive filers

Thousands… file their Self Assessment tax return over festive break as HMRC reminds others to start now. 4,409 Self Assessment’s completed on Christmas Day  40,072 filed their tax return over the Christmas break  Self Assessment filers encouraged to prepare and file their tax return ahead of January deadline More than 4,400 Self Assessment filers avoided peeling … Continue reading Self Assessment’s 40,072 festive filers →

Online platform income – do you need to declare?

Check if you need to declare income from selling personal possessions, goods or services online, creating online content or renting out property using digital platforms. You may need to tell HMRC if you receive income through an online marketplace or social media. This could be whether it’s your main source of income or an additional … Continue reading Online platform income – do you need to declare? →

2025/2026 P60 design

HMRC have issued the RD1 Specification for employers substitute forms P60 for the new 2025/2026 tax year. The RD1 guide gives information on how to design substitute forms P60, ‘End of Year Certificate’ which employers may use at the end of the tax year. It also includes information on how to adapt the substitute form … Continue reading 2025/2026 P60 design →

New support for Small Business

HMRC highlights online support for small businesses to help them understand their tax responsibilities Running a small business, working for yourself, or considering self-employment? HMRC’s free online guidance and interactive tools can help you understand your tax responsibilities As Small Business Saturday approaches, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has launched a new interactive online tool … Continue reading New support for Small Business →

Get Britain Working again

Unveiling the biggest reforms to employment support for a generation, Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall has published the Get Britain Working White Paper, marking the Government’s first major intervention to achieve an ambitious 80 per cent employment rate. White Paper on biggest reforms to employment support for a generation published today, backed by £240 … Continue reading Get Britain Working again →

Pre-travel ETA applications for non-Europeans opens

Non-Europeans can now apply in advance for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) and will need one to travel to the UK from January 2025. The UK is introducing the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for millions of visitors who pass through the UK border every year, including six million from the USA, Canada, and Australia. From … Continue reading Pre-travel ETA applications for non-Europeans opens →

“Good work is good for health” – WorkWell

Get Britain Working White Paper brings forward locally-led health, work and skills plans to drive down near record 2.8m people out of work due to long term sickness. New WorkWell programme offers tailored support like physiotherapy and counselling for people out of work or at risk of leaving work, bringing together a range of different … Continue reading “Good work is good for health” – WorkWell →

New tool to make it easier and faster to access essential government services online

GOV.UK Forms to be rolled out across government, making it faster and easier for the public to fill out forms such as applying for emergency travel documents  Has already helped over 20,000 armed forces personal apply for veteran badges and victims of the Horizon scandal apply for compensation With 87 forms live and used by over … Continue reading New tool to make it easier and faster to access essential government services online →

Check your eligibility for winter support schemes

Cold Weather Payments take effect from 1st November 2024 as low-income households set to get £25 during cold snaps. Alongside the £150 Warm Home Discount to support eligible customers with energy bills and extension to Household Support Fund Pensioners urged to check eligibility for Pension Credit to claim the Winter Fuel Payment From 1st November … Continue reading Check your eligibility for winter support schemes →

UK to expand digital travel to more visitors

By April 2025, all visitors who do not need a visa will need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK. The UK government is taking major steps towards delivering its ambitious aim to digitise the UK border and immigration system and has set out new implementation dates for the electronic travel authorisation … Continue reading UK to expand digital travel to more visitors →

DWP – Autumn Budget 2024 to drive up opportunity and drive down poverty

Millions of people, including families, pensioners, carers and those struggling to find work are set to benefit from Autumn Budget reforms to boost work and tackle poverty. Welfare safety net will be strengthened with a new Fair Repayment Rate, an increase to benefits and an extension of vital crisis support. Carers will also see a … Continue reading DWP – Autumn Budget 2024 to drive up opportunity and drive down poverty →

Tax Agent handbook and SA Tips for agents

HMRC have created two new agent dedicated communication products: SA Tips for agents Agent Handbook At the 6th August 2024 meeting of the *Representative Body Steering Group, to reduce the volume of Self Assessment returns that required additional clerical action, members suggested a Self Assessment hints and tips be created and to be shared with … Continue reading Tax Agent handbook and SA Tips for agents →

National Living Wage to increase to £12.21 in April 2025

(c) PAYadvice Ltd 2024 Low Pay Commission recommendations accepted in full The Government has announced Tuesday 29th October 2024 its acceptance of the Low Pay Commission’s (LPC) recommendations on the rates of the National Minimum Wage (NMW), including the National Living Wage (NLW). The rates which will apply from 1st April 2025 are as follows: … Continue reading National Living Wage to increase to £12.21 in April 2025 →

Tax Avoidance promoters – the list keeps growing – now over 120+

The image of the umbrella is significant as many of the named tax avoidance and those issued with official stop notices are umbrella organisations. Some even operate across the public sector. The workers are not all high paid, and the resulting tax bill for tax not paid on what is earnings, wages, employment income, can … Continue reading Tax Avoidance promoters – the list keeps growing – now over 120+ →

Bus fares cap increasing to £3

“The £3 fare cap will keep bus travel affordable”. single bus fares to be capped at £3 until the end of 2025, ensuring services remain affordable and supporting travel in rural areas and towns fare cap extension comes on top of nearly £925 million invested to deliver high quality services and protect vital bus routes … Continue reading Bus fares cap increasing to £3 →

Help protect workers from getting caught out by tax avoidance 

As part of the October 2024 Employer Bulletin, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are asking employers to to assist with protecting workers from getting caught using tax avoidance schemes which do not work. The HMRC tax avoidance ‘don’t get caught out’ campaign helps workers such as contractors spot the signs of bad tax advice and understand their … Continue reading Help protect workers from getting caught out by tax avoidance  →

New support for Windrush victims

Home Secretary commits to a 'fundamental reset' in the government’s response to Windrush. Victims of the Windrush scandal will be better supported to apply for compensation through a £1.5 million fund as the Home Secretary sets out a ‘fundamental reset’ to the Windrush generation. The Home Secretary set out the first steps that the new … Continue reading New support for Windrush victims →

Fresh measures to support victims of Modern slavery

Victims of modern slavery will be better supported in fresh measures unveiled by the government. The government has pledged to eradicate the backlog of decisions on modern slavery cases within 2 years, giving thousands of women, men and children who may have suffered traumatic sexual, physical and economic abuse the clarity needed to assist with … Continue reading Fresh measures to support victims of Modern slavery →

Issue 124 of Agent Update – October 2024

Dear PAYadvice.UK, Agent Update: issue 124 is available now. Get the latest guidance and information including:•helping us protect workers from getting caught out by tax avoidance•updates to the Trust Registration Service (TRS) guidance•changes to the Agent Dedicated Line•less than 6 months left to fill in National Insurance gaps to 2006•evidence required to claim PAYE (P87) employment … Continue reading Issue 124 of Agent Update – October 2024 →

6 months left to fill in National Insurance gaps to 2006

6 months to the finish line PAYadvice.UK has been asked to share the following information by HMRC. [Qualifying Individuals] have until 5th April 2025 to fill gaps in their National Insurance records for all years from 6th April 2006 to 5th April 2018, which could boost their State Pension if eligible. After the deadline, [those … Continue reading 6 months left to fill in National Insurance gaps to 2006 →

On your marks – 100 days to file Self Assessment

Self Assessment filers encouraged to prepare and file their tax return early as 31sr January 2025 deadline is in sight. People have 100 days until 31 January deadline to file their Self Assessment tax return and pay tax owed   Self Assessment customers urged to prepare and file their tax return early  The countdown clock has … Continue reading On your marks – 100 days to file Self Assessment →

Up to £600 cash boost for Britain’s lowest paid to help kickstart the economy

Ten million working people across the country to benefit from an overhaul of workers’ rights as the Government’s landmark Employment Rights Bill returns to Parliament. Government issued Impact assessment shows the Employment Rights Bill will have a positive direct impact on economic growth Reforms means extra 30,000 new dads qualify for paternity leave Positive impacts … Continue reading Up to £600 cash boost for Britain’s lowest paid to help kickstart the economy →

Employment rights reforms revealed

The Labour government has unveiled the Employment Rights Bill in their effort to help deliver economic security and growth to businesses, workers and communities across the UK. Legislation introduced in Parliament to upgrade workers’ rights across the UK, tackle poor working conditions and benefit businesses and workers alike  Ahead of International Investment Summit, the government … Continue reading Employment rights reforms revealed →

10,000 boost State Pension with online payments

Individuals have less than 6 months to fill any gaps in their National Insurance records from April 2006 onwards to maximise their State Pension Thousands have topped up their National Insurance record using the government’s online service Government encourages people to act now and check their National Insurance record More than 10,000 payments worth £12.5 … Continue reading 10,000 boost State Pension with online payments →

Six months to move from Tax Credit to Universal Credit 

DWP is urging Tax Credit claimants to respond to their Universal Credit migration notices so they continue to receive benefits. Tax credits are closing in April 2025 and claimants must respond to their migration notices to continue receiving benefits. Those affected have three months from the date on their migration notice to apply for Universal … Continue reading Six months to move from Tax Credit to Universal Credit  →

PAYE RTI 2025-2026: technical pack published

Issued Wednesday 25th September 2024 Dear PAYadvice.UK,  I am pleased to advise that the 2025-26 RTI technical pack for internet submissions is now available on GOV.UK at Real Time Information support for software developers. Software Developer Support Team HMRC CDIO EPS | Enterprise Integration Services So what are the changes? The changes for the April 2025 tax … Continue reading PAYE RTI 2025-2026: technical pack published →

Make September birth boom a bank account boon

Claim Child Benefit using the HMRC app and receive payment within a week. With around 2,000 babies born on 26th September each year, more than any other day, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging parents to claim their Child Benefit entitlement. Claiming online means families could receive their first payment within just a week … Continue reading Make September birth boom a bank account boon →

671,000 young people urged to cash in their government savings pot

Thousands of young people could have £2,200 sitting unclaimed in their Child Trust Fund account. Young people urged to claim their Child Trust Fund £2,200 on average waiting in unclaimed accounts More than 670,000 18-22 year olds yet to claim their Child Trust Fund are reminded to cash in their stash as HM Revenue and Customs … Continue reading 671,000 young people urged to cash in their government savings pot →

eVisa transition

Physical immigration document holders urged to take action to access their eVisa now The government is urging all those across the UK who use a physical immigration document to take immediate action to transition to an eVisa, as part of plans to digitise the UK border and immigration system. In addition, up to £4 million … Continue reading eVisa transition →

Crack down on late payments to support small businesses – Fair Payment Code

New package of measures aimed at tackling scourge of late payments New Fair Payment Code and fresh rules on company reporting and major consultation unveiled as part of package to tackle late payments Scourge of late payments costs SMEs £22,000 a year with 56 million hours of lost productivity across the economy – acting as … Continue reading Crack down on late payments to support small businesses – Fair Payment Code →

Check you’re not missing State Pension payments

Thousands of people missing Home Responsibilities Protection on their National Insurance record could boost their State Pension  HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging tens of thousands of people to check if they are eligible to boost their State Pension.   Some parents who claimed Child benefit before 2000 are missing out on State Pension … Continue reading Check you’re not missing State Pension payments →

Need to register for Self Assessment? Top 5 myths – debunked

HMRC clarifies some common myths about Self Assessment tax returns. Anyone who needs to complete a Self Assessment tax return for the first time to cover the 2023 to 2024 tax year, should tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) by 5th October 2024. HMRC say there are plenty of myths about who needs to file … Continue reading Need to register for Self Assessment? Top 5 myths – debunked →

April 2025 RTI changes latest

The HMRC Software Developers Support Team (SDST) have issued an update on the RTI changes for April 2025. The following is a brief summary based on the information issued: Statutory Neonatal Care Pay (SNCP) As indicated on 3rd June 2024, to support SNCP there will be one new data item in the Full Payment Submission … Continue reading April 2025 RTI changes latest →

August 2024 Employer Bulletin

HMRC have issued the August 2024 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, payroll professionals and agents. In this month’s edition of the Employer Bulletin there are important updates and information on: PAYE employer liabilities and payments viewer — ‘Earlier Year Update’ becomes ‘end of tax year adjustment’ … Continue reading August 2024 Employer Bulletin →

Child Maintenance consultation extended

The Government has extended the consultation on the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) to ensure there is suitable time for feedback from external organisations.  The consultation, launched 8th May 2024, is a chance to discuss ways the CMS can help to increase the number of children being kept out of poverty.  DWP Lords Minister, Baroness Maeve Sherlock:   This government … Continue reading Child Maintenance consultation extended →

Employment Rights Bill

As part of the Kings Speech delivered on Wednesday 17th July 2924, the Starmer Labour government set out its intention to extend rights with the Employment Rights Bill. My government is committed to making work pay and will legislate to introduce a new deal for working people to ban exploitative practices and enhance employment rights. … Continue reading Employment Rights Bill →

Kings Speech – employment rights and pensions

Amongst a long list of 40 government proposed bills (more even than Tony Blair’s government) as part of the Kings Speech held on Wednesday 17th July 2024, included was the the progression of a new bill to cover workers rights: 'My Government is committed to making work pay and will legislate to introduce a new … Continue reading Kings Speech – employment rights and pensions →

What is the Kings speech and when?

The King’s Speech is written by the government and delivered by the Monarch at the State Opening of Parliament.   It marks the beginning of a new parliamentary year, or session, and is an opportunity for the government to set out its legislative agenda for the coming months.  In the speech, the government will typically set … Continue reading What is the Kings speech and when? →

New government – First steps for change

The following has been issued by the Primeminister office: We’ll make an immediate impact on people’s lives with our six first steps for change. This Government will deliver fundamental change.     Alongside our five national missions, which are long-term objectives providing a driving sense of purpose for the country, we’ll make an immediate impact on people’s … Continue reading New government – First steps for change →

July 2024 Employer bulletin

HMRC have issued the July 2024 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, payroll professionals and agents.the next edition will be published in August 2024. In this edition of the Employer Bulletin there are important updates and information on:  PAYE tax calculation repayments PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations 2023 … Continue reading July 2024 Employer bulletin →

New HMRC guidance for MPs

So with a new change of government, we see a whole group of new government ministers and welcome many new MPs to the house of commons. Consequently, HMRC has prepared a guide to give advice for these new (and any prior) MPs and Ministers about their personal tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs). A new … Continue reading New HMRC guidance for MPs →

Rachel Reeves – Chancellor of the Exchequer

Following the General Election result and the new formation of a Labour government, Rachel Jane Reeves has been appointed as Chancellor of the Exchequer on Friday 5th July 2024. A member of the Labour Party, she is the first female chancellor in British history. She has been member of Parliament (MP) for Leeds West constituency from 2010 to 2024, and following … Continue reading Rachel Reeves – Chancellor of the Exchequer →

DWP plan to catch benefit cheats 

Department for Work and Pensions announces it has saved £1.3 billion from fraud and error  Government updates plan to further crack down on benefit cheats, including creating new legal powers and hiring more staff Changes expected to save the taxpayer £9 billion by 2027/2028, and follows Prime Minister’s sweeping welfare reform package last month The Government reveals that it has saved the taxpayer … Continue reading DWP plan to catch benefit cheats  →

File your Self Assessment early! Why?

HMRC are encouraging tax payers to not wait and file their Self Assessment tax return early. They state: You do not have to wait until 31st January 2025 (the filing deadline) to do your Self Assessment tax return – as soon as the tax year ended (5th April 2024), you can submit your tax return … Continue reading File your Self Assessment early! Why? →

National Insurance cut is live

Millions of workers checking payslips will have seen reductions in National Insurance contributions (NICs) As the economy turns a corner, the government is claiming to reward hard work, with over £900 a year boost for typical worker They state it is another step in ‘long-term ambition to end unfair double tax on work’ There are … Continue reading National Insurance cut is live →

Time to renew for tax credits

Tax credits claimants are due to receive their renewal notice from 2nd May. Around 730,000 tax credits claimants will start receiving their annual renewal notices from this week. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) said claimants will receive them between 2nd May and 19th June 2024. The vast majority will be automatically renewed. Notices with a … Continue reading Time to renew for tax credits →

Nearly 100,000 workplace training delivered

Almost 100,000 workplace training places have been delivered in the past year for jobseekers, beating the Government’s 80,000 annual target, new data has revealed. Record number of workplace training places have been delivered helping boost jobseeker skills and the economy  Significant milestone hit as Prime Minister sets out welfare reforms to jumpstart UK labour market … Continue reading Nearly 100,000 workplace training delivered →

Free business management course for small businesses

Government has launched Help to Grow: Management Essentials, a new online training course filled with practical advice and resources for small business leaders. The free short course is an introductory version of the full Help to Grow: Management course to reach even more small businesses Essentials is the latest addition to the Help to Grow … Continue reading Free business management course for small businesses →

HMRC notify new scam alert

HMRC picked up a new VAT email scam associated with a QR code. We have posted about it on social/digital media to warn people. We would be very grateful for any support from you on social media, etc. if that’s possible. Here are our posts: X - https://twitter.com/i/status/1782803752388342084 Facebook - https://fb.watch/rDBLKlAsfd/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7188570176559140864/ 🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨 … Continue reading HMRC notify new scam alert →

Tips guidance published

The government’s Tipping Act is a step closer to coming into force, … the Code of Practice is published and laid before Parliament. The new Code of Practice will protect the tips of more than 2 million workers giving them a fair share of the tips received by a company. Tipping Act is a step … Continue reading Tips guidance published →

Mandating postcode provision for Freeports and Investment Zones – April 2025

The government has announced that it intends to bring forward a legislative change to mandate employers operating in a Freeport or Investment Zone special tax site to provide their employee’s workplace postcode to HMRC if they are claiming the relevant secondary Class 1 National Insurance contributions (NICs) relief through their payroll, in due course. The relief is … Continue reading Mandating postcode provision for Freeports and Investment Zones – April 2025 →

Boosting disabled people’s prospects at work

A new Disability Confident guide for managers helping them recruit, retain, and foster the progression of disabled people and those with health conditions in the workplace has been published today by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) have published … Continue reading Boosting disabled people’s prospects at work →

Debt Relief Order change will support people in financial distress

Changes to Debt Relief Orders (DROs) were announced in the 2024 Spring Budget to offer more help to people in debt  Changes include abolishing the £90 administration fee to obtain a DRO from 6th April 2025 From June, the value of the car a person who wants to obtain a DRO can own will also … Continue reading Debt Relief Order change will support people in financial distress →

National Insurance cut for 29 million arrives

29 million workers receive largest National Insurance cut A £900 a year boost for typical worker Part of the governments long-term ambition to end ‘unfair double tax’ on work According to the government, 29 million Brits will see their hard work rewarded from 6th April 2024 as National Insurance cuts come into full force. Since … Continue reading National Insurance cut for 29 million arrives →

New Childcare funding commences

First phase of the expansion of childcare starts giving working parents of two-year-olds access to 15 hours a week. Thousands of parents of two-year-olds across the country are getting help with their childcare costs as the first phase of the biggest ever expansion in childcare starts. In this first stage, working parents of two-year-olds are … Continue reading New Childcare funding commences →

Accountant who took out three Bounce Back Loans given 12-year director ban and must repay £75,000

Boss of a Hertfordshire company which supported ex-offenders falsely claimed an extra £100,000 in Covid support loans. Dion Mailich took out three Bounce Back Loans for his business – despite being only entitled to one. The Borehamwood accountant applied for loans totalling £125,000 – five times the amount his company was entitled to. He is … Continue reading Accountant who took out three Bounce Back Loans given 12-year director ban and must repay £75,000 →

Child Benefit rate rises

Child Benefit rates go up on 6th April 2024. Millions of families who claim Child Benefit will automatically receive increased payments from 6th April 2024, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed. Families with one child will now receive up to £1,331 a year – an annual increase of £83.20, and up to £881 a … Continue reading Child Benefit rate rises →

March 2024 Employer Bulletin

HMRC have issued the March 2024 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to support employers, payroll professionals and agents. On 6 March 2024, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP, made his Spring Budget. One of the headline tax measures relevant for employers was:  Changes to … Continue reading March 2024 Employer Bulletin →

NMW – Work related training is work time

With the rise in National MinimumWage and National Living Wage A frequent question on various Facebook and other social media groups is around training. It appears that some employers oblige their employees and workers to undertake training in the workplace or at home in the employees own unpaid time. the employer considering that training is … Continue reading NMW – Work related training is work time →

What’s going on with Directors National Insurance

So here we are again, the end of another UK tax year! At PAYadvice.UK we are seeing a high number of directors National Insurance Contributions questions and challenges! So what is going on in March 2024? Directors annual period Directors are classed as employees and pay National Insurance on annual income from salary and bonuses … Continue reading What’s going on with Directors National Insurance →

Warning as scam Self Assessment referrals exceed 200,000

HMRC records a rise in the number of customers reporting 'suspicious contact' from fraudsters. With the Self Assessment tax deadline now well passed, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is warning people to be wary of bogus tax refund offers. Fraudsters could set their sights on Self Assessment filers with more than 11.5 million submitting a … Continue reading Warning as scam Self Assessment referrals exceed 200,000 →

Record numbers file Self Assessment on time

11.5 million Self Assessment customers submitted their tax returns by the 31 January deadline A record-breaking 11.5 million taxpayers submitted their Self Assessment tax returns for the 2022 to 2023 tax year by midnight on 31st January 2024 according to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) information. More than 12.1 million taxpayers were expected to file … Continue reading Record numbers file Self Assessment on time →

Do you have workwear and uniform costs? Claim tax relief direct from HMRC

HMRC are reminding those who have to use workwear or provide uniform which they take home - that they may be eligible to get money towards work costs if these aren’t covered by their employer – such as washing uniform needed for the job. “Don’t miss out on help with work costs. Check if you’re … Continue reading Do you have workwear and uniform costs? Claim tax relief direct from HMRC →

Right to work code update from 13th Feb 2014

The Home Office has published an updated Code of Practice for the Right to Work Scheme, which will come into force on the 13th February 2024. It can be found at: This sets out the prescribed checks and information that must be retained by employers to obtain a statutory excuse against liability for a civil … Continue reading Right to work code update from 13th Feb 2014 →

Paternity pay change – April 2024

There are changes to the way Paternity Leave and Pay can be claimed and taken. This will make it more flexible for fathers and partners to access. The changes will come into effect from 8th March 2024. These changes will:  allow fathers and partners to take their leave in non-consecutive blocks — currently, only one … Continue reading Paternity pay change – April 2024 →

On low income? Check if you can get £150 energy bill discount

Low income households who qualify for the Warm Home Discount are urged to make sure they get the £150 discount most of the 3 million households who qualify will automatically receive this energy bill support households who need to confirm their details must do so by the end of February 2024 People on low incomes … Continue reading On low income? Check if you can get £150 energy bill discount →

Around 45 thousand choose to spread self Assessment tax

As the 31st January 2024 deadline to submit a Self Assessment tax returns looms, nearly 45,000 people have sorted their tax bills totalling around £148 million, by setting up a payment plan. More than 7.7 million Self Assessment filers have already filed their tax return for the 2022 to 2023 tax year, but HM Revenue … Continue reading Around 45 thousand choose to spread self Assessment tax →

Crypto Asset tax return requirements

With use of cryptoassets growing, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging people to avoid potential penalties and check if they need to complete a Self Assessment tax return for the 2022 to 2023 tax year. Anyone with cryptoassets should declare any income or gains above the tax-free allowance on a tax return. Tax may … Continue reading Crypto Asset tax return requirements →