HMRC is urging those who receive a Simple Assessment letter this summer to check it carefully and pay any tax … Continue reading Do not to ignore Simple Assessment letters
Do not to ignore Simple Assessment letters
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Employer Bulletin: June 2026
HMRC publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues … Continue reading Employer Bulletin: June 2026
Self Assessment confusion: Bank and Building Society Interest
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are indicating that they are aware of concerns raised by representative bodies about tax payers … Continue reading Self Assessment confusion: Bank and Building Society Interest
11.48 million beat the Self Assessment deadline
Millions filed their Self Assessment tax return for the 2024 to 2025 tax year by the deadline. 97.25% of tax … Continue reading 11.48 million beat the Self Assessment deadline
100 days to Self Assessment deadline
Self Assessment filers reminded to file their tax return with 100 days to go to the deadline Self Assessment filers … Continue reading 100 days to Self Assessment deadline
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 … Continue reading New Services introduced for Self Assessment
Scams warning as Self Assessment filers targeted
HMRC encourages SA filers to recognise a scam and protect themselves from fraud HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is calling … Continue reading Scams warning as Self Assessment filers targeted
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 … 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 … Continue reading Side hustlers urged to get tax returns sorted now
Crypto bros being forced to pay fair share of tax
New rules are to unmask anyone evading tax due on their crypto profits UK crypto holders must provide personal details … Continue reading Crypto bros being forced to pay fair share of tax
Good practice umbrella companies
Actions to take as an umbrella company to support compliance and best practice in the temporary labour market. Prior evidence … Continue reading Good practice umbrella companies
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 … 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 … Continue reading Self Assessment’s 40,072 festive filers
Tax and online sellers
If you’re selling unwanted items online there is no new tax rule. Earlier this year there was a lot of … Continue reading Tax and online sellers
Scams warning as Self Assessment deadline nears
HMRC is reminding Self Assessment filers to be alert to potential scams and fraudsters ahead of the filing deadline on … Continue reading Scams warning as Self Assessment deadline nears
Double cab vehicles are cars!
Another blow from the budget to the farming community who rely on these vehicles for their regular work, following a … Continue reading Double cab vehicles are cars!
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 … Continue reading Tax Agent handbook and SA Tips for agents
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 … Continue reading Issue 124 of Agent Update – October 2024
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. … Continue reading On your marks – 100 days to file Self Assessment
Self Assessment: online help just a click or swipe away
Self Assessment filers urged to use online guidance as top 5 calls to helpline revealed HMRC reveals the most common calls … Continue reading Self Assessment: online help just a click or swipe away
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 … Continue reading Need to register for Self Assessment? Top 5 myths – debunked
Self Assessment threshold
As part of the information published in the July 2024 Employer Bulletin, adjustment to the Self Assessment filing thresholds have … Continue reading Self Assessment threshold
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 … Continue reading File your Self Assessment early! Why?
HMRC helpline closure halted
Changes to HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) helpline services are being halted while it considers how best to help taxpayers … Continue reading HMRC helpline closure halted
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 … 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 … Continue reading Record numbers file Self Assessment on time
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 … 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 … Continue reading Crypto Asset tax return requirements
Many Happy (Tax) Returns
There were 4,757 tax payers who filed their Self Assessment return on Christmas Day, according to HM Revenue and Customs … Continue reading Many Happy (Tax) Returns
Overcharged Student Loan for those who Self Assess who have payrolled benefits in kind
As part of agent update 112 published 20th September 2023, HMRC have provided a response to a submitted question around … Continue reading Overcharged Student Loan for those who Self Assess who have payrolled benefits in kind
Change of circumstances – Do you need to complete a Self Assessment tax return?
If someone has had a change in circumstances, then they might need to complete their first ever Self Assessment tax … Continue reading Change of circumstances – Do you need to complete a Self Assessment tax return?
August 2023 Employer Bulletin
HMRC have issued the August 2023 edition of the Employer Bulletin which brings the latest HMRC updates and guidance to … Continue reading August 2023 Employer Bulletin
First day Self Assessment filing doubles
More Self Assessment customers are submitting their tax return on the first day of the tax year. The number of … Continue reading First day Self Assessment filing doubles
Want to check your tax code?
Now we are in the new tax year, it may be a suitable time to check your tax code. Millions … Continue reading Want to check your tax code?
LITRG explains how to challenge Self-Assessment late filing penalties
Taxpayers who have been fined for failing to file their Self-Assessment tax return on time may be able to have … Continue reading LITRG explains how to challenge Self-Assessment late filing penalties
One week left to file Self Assessment for the remaining 3.4 million outstanding
Millions still to file their Self Assessment tax return with one week left. With one week to go until the … Continue reading One week left to file Self Assessment for the remaining 3.4 million outstanding
From pensioners to teenagers, who files a tax return
People aged 65 and over accounted for 16% of those who filed a tax return for the 2020 to 2021 … Continue reading From pensioners to teenagers, who files a tax return
It’s a cracker! 3,275 file tax returns on Christmas Day
As millions of people enjoyed Christmas festivities, for 3,275, Christmas Day was the perfect time to file their Self Assessment … Continue reading It’s a cracker! 3,275 file tax returns on Christmas Day
Get your Self Assessment wrapped up in time for Christmas
With Christmas nearly here, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is encouraging Self Assessment filers to put their tax return at … Continue reading Get your Self Assessment wrapped up in time for Christmas
It’s the season of Self Assessment!
With the 31st January 2023 fast approaching, many UK taxpayers will need to be progressing their Self Assessment filing for … Continue reading It’s the season of Self Assessment!
Online payment plans help 21,600 pay their Self Assessment bill
Self Assessment filers are using the self-serve Time to Pay facility to spread the cost of their tax bill. Since … Continue reading Online payment plans help 21,600 pay their Self Assessment bill
Self Assessment taxpayers could be fraudsters target
HMRC are always detecting new tax scams. Beware of fraudsters offering refunds or tax rebates in the run up to … Continue reading Self Assessment taxpayers could be fraudsters target
Over eight million households to receive second Cost of Living Payment from 8th November 2022
The £324 Cost of Living Payment, which follows on from a £326 payment made from July, is part of £1,200 … Continue reading Over eight million households to receive second Cost of Living Payment from 8th November 2022
142,000+ use payment plans to pay Self Assessment bill
HMRC's online Time to Pay facility has been used by more than 142,000 Self Assessment filers since April 2021, helping … Continue reading 142,000+ use payment plans to pay Self Assessment bill
Scammers targeting Self Assessment
HMRC warning to be on their guard as scammers target unsuspecting Self Assessment filers to try and steal money or … Continue reading Scammers targeting Self Assessment
Fraudsters seek to hijack personal tax accounts
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is warning tax payers not to share sensitive personal information online to avoid their identities … Continue reading Fraudsters seek to hijack personal tax accounts
One week to file your Self Assessment return
About 1.5 million have just one week left to complete their late Self Assessment tax return. Time is running out … Continue reading One week to file your Self Assessment return
100,000 spread their Self Assessment tax bill
Almost 100,000 Self Assessment filers have used online payment plans to spread the cost of their tax bill into manageable … Continue reading 100,000 spread their Self Assessment tax bill
HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is waiving late filing and late payment penalties for Self Assessment taxpayers for one month … Continue reading HMRC gives Self Assessment taxpayers more time to ease COVID-19 pressures
2,828 ’elf Assessments filed on Christmas Day
More than 31,000 Self Assessments submissions for the 2020 to 2021 tax year over the festive period. HM Revenue and … Continue reading 2,828 ’elf Assessments filed on Christmas Day
Self Assessment – Don’t be scammed!
800,000 tax-related scams were reported in the last 12 months HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is preparing to issue emails … Continue reading Self Assessment – Don’t be scammed!
Just some extra cash!
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are reminding individuals that obtaining additional income from various sources may need to be declared … Continue reading Just some extra cash!
Self Assessment countdown begins
There are 100 days to go until the deadline for online tax returns on 31st January 2022. Last year, 96% … Continue reading Self Assessment countdown begins
Get ready for Self Assessment
The deadline to complete a tax return for the 2020 to 2021 tax year is approaching. HM Revenue and Customs … Continue reading Get ready for Self Assessment
Furlough – the Ending credits of an epic
In early 2020, the world was introduced to the ‘furlough’ word as UK PLC closed down with 80% wages covered … Continue reading Furlough – the Ending credits of an epic
Need to register for self assessment?
HMRC are reminded those who need to undertake self-assessment this time that didn’t need to last time need to register … Continue reading Need to register for self assessment?
63,500 file Self Assessment on first day of tax year
More than 63,500 filed their 2020 to 2021 tax return online on 6 April 2021 and almost 950,000 online Self … Continue reading 63,500 file Self Assessment on first day of tax year
COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need
Dear Payadvice Ltd, I’m writing to you with the latest information about financial support schemes available to help your clients as … Continue reading COVID-19 support – what’s available and actions you or your clients may need
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fourth grant
Find out if you’re eligible for the fourth grant which will cover the period February 2021 to April 2021. Also … Continue reading Self-Employment Income Support Scheme fourth grant
Set up Self Assessment payment plans by 1st April 2021
Self Assessment taxpayers have until 1st April 2021 to pay any outstanding tax liabilities in full or set up an … Continue reading Set up Self Assessment payment plans by 1st April 2021
File tax returns now to prevent penalties
Self Assessment taxpayers have less than one week to submit their late tax returns to prevent a £100 penalty. While … Continue reading File tax returns now to prevent penalties
More help for Self Assessment taxpayers
HM Revenue and Customs announces Self Assessment taxpayers will not be charged the 5% late payment penalty if pay their … Continue reading More help for Self Assessment taxpayers
10.7 million tax returns filed by 31st January deadline
More than 10.7 million people have submitted their Self Assessment tax returns for the 2019 to 2020 tax year by … Continue reading 10.7 million tax returns filed by 31st January deadline
Self Assessment 2021 – update
Dear @PAYadvice, On 25th January HMRC announced that Self Assessment customers will not receive a late filing penalty for their … Continue reading Self Assessment 2021 – update
No Self Assessment late filing penalty for those who file online by 28th February 2021
Self Assessment customers who cannot file their tax return by the 31 January 2021 deadline will not receive a late … Continue reading No Self Assessment late filing penalty for those who file online by 28th February 2021
Changes to late filing penalty for 2019-20 Self Assessment returns
Dear @PAYadvice, Today HMRC has announced that Self Assessment customers will not receive a penalty for filing their 2019-20 tax … Continue reading Changes to late filing penalty for 2019-20 Self Assessment returns
Fascinating facts! Self-Assessment
HM Revenue and Customs shares some little-known facts about Self Assessment ahead of the 31 January 2021 deadline. Almost 100,000 … Continue reading Fascinating facts! Self-Assessment