Energy costs remain a significant pressure on household budgets, and reducing consumption continues to be one of the most reliable ways to control expenditure. Fortunately, many practical steps can
From April 2026, the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates have increased, and businesses should ensure payroll systems are updated immediately so that employees receive the correct
1 May 2026 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 July 2025.
19 May 2026 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 May 2026. (If you pay your tax electronically the due date
The rules on claiming tax relief for working from home are changing for the new 2026-27 tax year. In most cases, employees will no longer be able to claim relief for homeworking, although claims can
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax began on 6 April 2026 for qualifying taxpayers. Those with qualifying income over £50,000 are now required to maintain digital records and submit updates of
The new Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) are being introduced from 1 October 2026. In advance of the launch of the new schemes, HMRC opened applications for approval for
Private Residence Relief (PRR) is a valuable Capital Gains Tax relief that can eliminate the tax due when you sell your home. In simple terms, it applies to periods when a property has been your only
Your Personal Tax Account (PTA) is an easy and secure way to manage your tax online. You can use it to check your tax code, claim a refund and update your details, all in one place, without needing to
The government has announced new support measures to allow affordable debt repayment for government debt. The new measures set out a clearer and more practical approach to helping individuals and
Paternity Leave
As of Monday, 6 April 2026, the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025 will fundamentally transform the UK workplace by introducing several "Day One" entitlements. Now, paid
Businesses that collect or use personal information must comply with UK data protection law. Personal data includes any information that can identify a living individual, such as names, addresses,
The government has announced a package of measures designed to tackle unfair price increases and strengthen the United Kingdom’s long term energy security. The Chancellor has set out proposals to give
It is important to understand both when VAT registration is required and the ongoing obligations that follow. The VAT registration threshold is currently £90,000 of taxable turnover, although
While there are many state benefits available, it is not always clear which of these are taxable and which are tax-free.HMRC’s guidance outlines the following list of the most common state benefits
There are a variety of services available to assist UK exporters that can be found at https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/
There you can find a range of government-backed tools and support to
The rate of Corporation Tax payable depends on the level of a company’s taxable profits. The main rate is 25% and applies where profits exceed £250,000. At the other end of the scale, companies with
The tax rate for Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) will increase to 18% (from 14%) on 6 April 2026. BADR offers a reduced Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rate on qualifying disposals such as the sale of a
The Chancellor has set out a package of measures aimed at reducing cost of living pressures for households and at the same time strengthening the UK’s longer-term economic resilience. The announcement
