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As the 31 January Self Assessment deadline approaches so will the increase in attacks from scammers.. According to HMRC, more than 4,800 Self Assessment scams have been reported to them since February 2025. In all, they have received more than 135,500 reports of suspected scams, including 29,000 that referred to
HMRC has announced several VAT changes, including new powers to extend final return deadlines, revised interest rates and plans to broaden relief for charitable donations. UHY’s latest In the know explains what these updates mean for businesses, charities and pension fund managers. In this issue, we focus on HMRC’s major
As the due date for January self-assessment liabilities approaches, it may be timely to remind you that if you are worried about paying your tax bill in one lump sum, you may be able to spread the cost. Although the deadline to file your tax return and pay any tax
The government has announced plans to introduce a new levy, the High-Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS), for owners of residential properties in England valued at £2 million or more. The surcharge is expected to come into effect in April 2028. A public consultation on the details will be held in
The deadline for filing your 2024/25 Self Assessment tax return is fast approaching. You must submit your return and pay any tax due by 31 January 2026 to avoid penalties and interest. To meet the deadline, you will need to make sure you have: All income details, including any employment,
The recent Budget confirmed that dividend tax rates will increase from April 2026. The ordinary and upper rates of dividend tax will both rise by 2%. For many small and medium-sized companies, dividends are central to how owners pay themselves. With the tax rates rising, your pay and profit extraction
This issue highlights the shifts most likely to impact planning, compliance obligations and day-to-day decision-making. Whether you’re navigating new HMRC scrutiny, adapting to digital reporting, or reassessing wealth protection strategies, our summaries will help you stay informed and ready to act. In this edition, we cover: Inheritance Tax reform: forthcoming
Autumn Budget 2025: What Does It Mean for Your Business? After weeks of speculation about what Budget 2025 would contain, the Chancellor was unexpectedly upstaged when the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) accidentally published their report revealing key policy measures ahead of the official announcement. Although the report was quickly
With high demand for new housing in the UK, homeowners with larger gardens may consider selling part of their land or developing it themselves. However, tax implications can be complex. While private residence relief may apply in some cases, other transactions could be subject to capital gains tax or even
On 26 November 2025, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her second Budget to Parliament. This was a Budget shaped by ongoing economic pressure, with the government conceding that fresh tax rises were needed despite hopes of a quieter year. The result is a package that will touch most households and signals