August 28, 2026
Tax

UK £1,000 tax update as HMRC issues new alert

The taxman has launched an updated online tool The tax authority specifically drew attention to those generating income from online selling(Image: fizkes via Getty Images) HMRC has issued guidance to people across Britain to ensure they don’t overlook completing a vital check. Millions of UK workers with side hustles, rental income or freelance earnings are

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Tax-break trees: how woodland became a store of wealth for the rich | Tax avoidance

On the English-Scottish border a small species of butterfly, the northern brown argus, has fended off one of the biggest investors in the UK. Todrig, with its heath moorlands and hundreds of species of flora and fauna, represents an investment that could save Britain’s wealthiest families millions of pounds in inheritance tax. But first the

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New HMRC £1,000 tax alert as workers should ‘check’

HMRC has updated its online tool HMRC has warned that people may need to submit a return(Image: sturti via Getty Images) HMRC has issued fresh guidance to people across the UK to make sure they don’t overlook completing a crucial check. Millions of workers with side hustles, rental income or freelance earnings are being urged

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Tax Breaks: The Taxpayer Advocate Walks Into A Conference Edition

It’s tax conference season! getty I’m on the road again! It’s tax conference season, and my first stop in June was San Antonio, Texas, for The Tax Retreat. It’s been a terrific experience meeting up with my fellow tax professionals. I even ran into Charles Barkley (okay, I suspect he was here for the NBA

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Three groups that could get a council tax reduction – check if you qualify

Some people may be eligible for a council tax reduction – here’s how to check if you qualify and how to claim. According to Citizens Advice, certain people could qualify for council tax reduction(Image: Getty) Brits should check whether they’re eligible for a council tax discount. If you meet certain criteria, you may be entitled

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ISA trick that lets you take money out – without losing your tax-free allowance

Millions of Brits are careful not to exceed their annual ISA allowance – but many don’t realise there is a way to get access to their savings ISAs come with a £20,000 annual allowance(Image: designer491 via Getty Images) A flexible ISA allows savers to withdraw money and replace it later in the same tax year

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Inheritance tax late penalties surge by a third

Wealth managers have warned there is a “clear risk” that even more families will be hit with fines from next April when pensions become liable for inheritance tax. Rachael Griffin, of wealth manager Quilter, said delays in form-filling were “inevitable” because of the complexity of the process. She added: “As more modest estates are caught,

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DVLA issues car tax warning as exempt drivers risk fine of up to £1,000

Even if they are exempt from paying, you must still register your car The DVLA warned that you still need to register for tax even if your car is exempt(Image: Getty) Drivers have been put on notice that they must carry out one vital task or risk being hit with a steep fine. Failing to

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Treasury statement on major change to tax on the state pension

State pension payments increase each year in line with the triple lock State pension payments increase in line with the triple lock(Image: Getty) The Treasury has issued a statement about tax on the state pension ahead of a major change coming in soon. The Government announced a new policy on the issue in last year’s

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HMRC issues update over £4,200 tax allowance change

How much tax you pay varies depending on your situation HMRC has clarified its rules(Image: Getty) HMRC has released an update regarding some additional tax that certain customers are required to pay. The authority responded to an enquiry by breaking down the figures to clarify how tax bills are calculated. A customer got in touch

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