New rules under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax come into force from April 6, requiring many self-employed workers and landlords to keep digital records and submit updates to HMRC throughout the year. But research suggests a large number are unprepared and increasingly anxious. A study by FreeAgent found: Less than half feel confident they
The tax year ends on 5 April, and several changes that could affect your tax bill take effect the next day when the new one starts. Here are six big tax changes that are on the way – and remember you still have a couple of days to make the most of your tax allowances before
Nearly half a million households in Scotland are receiving a discount on their annual Council Tax bill. Nearly half a million households in Scotland are receiving a discount on their annual Council Tax bill.(Image: PA) New Council Tax bills for 2026/27 have now been sent by email or post to households across Scotland with most
Key changes to the state pension are taking effect over the coming years HMRC has explained the tax rules that apply to the state pension(Image: Getty) HMRC has set out the tax rules relating to state pension payments. The update comes after an enquiry regarding the deductions applied to payments. A state pensioner reached out
Financial experts say this is one of the most important moments in the money calendar, as key tax-free limits are wiped clean and start again – and anything unused is gone for good. Brian Byrnes, Director of Personal Finance at Moneybox, said: “The tax clock has reset, and now is the time to take action.
Under the scheme, the council will remove council tax liability for the household for a year Council tax bills rising by 5% on average today(Image: Miladin Pusicic via Getty Images) Working-age households where someone is facing a terminal illness will get their council tax bills wiped under a new scheme. North Lincolnshire Council says families
Department for Transport has now published the confirmed car tax rates – with £790 ‘tax trap’ for cars over 20 years old 08:43, 02 Apr 2026Updated 08:53, 02 Apr 2026 The Government has confirmed car tax rates applying to drivers from April 2026(Image: Getty) The standard tax rate for all petrol, diesel or hybrid cars
Available for over a year Making Tax Digital for income tax is HMRC’s biggest shake-up of self assessment for decades, but are you ready? The new system will involve filing quarterly updates as well as a final return via third party software. This year it’ll affect 860,000 sole traders and landlords with a turnover of
Millions of motorists face a sting in the tail this week as the new financial year ushers in another round of car tax increases with some drivers now facing an annual bill of close to £800 a year. As of April 1 2026, Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) — commonly known as road tax — has
The new tax year 2026 is on its way. Changes are coming for employment law, business rates and tax, among other things. Check this list to see if you’ve missed any important details. When does the new tax year start for 2026? The new tax year starts as usual on April 6, which falls on