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For years there has been debate whether the 5th April tax year end should change as it is viewed as being somewhat quirky and antiquated,...

This article sheds light on the important issue of people approaching their State Pension Age (SPA) and the awareness gaps that can lead...

We're pleased to inform you that, due to the rising costs we know businesses are facing, we’ve made the decision not to increase our...

There are some key tax changes that came into effect in April 2025, to be aware of: Employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs):...

Filing early helps you: Find out what your tax liability is sooner, which helps with budgeting Get any tax refunds quicker, improving...

HMRC have begun using text messages to update taxpayers with progress of their claim for those who have requested a Self Assessment tax...

As agricultural land values are increasing, and even more consideration is being given to what should be done with your land in the...

Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement on Wednesday 26th March. The announcement was was more focused on spending, however there...

It has been announced that callers to HMRC will be able to use their voice as a password in a bid to speed up calls. They have been...

Written by: Ffion Bainbridge – MTD specialist ffion@shepherdpartnership.com     What is Making Tax Digital for Income Tax?   MTD for...

Here's a list of key UK tax dates and deadlines for the upcoming month. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions...

What is the Voluntary Digital Disclosure Service?   HMRC have created the Voluntary Digital Disclosure Service to encourage people to...

Changes were announced recently which are to be introduced to those with very small amounts of trading income.   The actual...

A new statutory entitlement to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay is to be introduced from 6 April 2025. Employed parents whose babies are...

A lot has happened over the last year.  Have you reviewed your personal financial affairs recently? With the 5 April 2025 tax year end...

Most unincorporated businesses now have a year end which aligns with the tax year and many companies have a 31 March year end.  As the...

The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) replaced the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) in England with delinked payments in 2024. The 2023 scheme year...

The Office for National Statistics have created a tool to explore how a selected product or service is used in the UK economy, and the...

The government automatically tops up any money paid into a personal pension by 20 per cent.  But analysis shows that over 2.3m...

HMRC has very recently updated its guidance once again on the tax treatment of double cab pick-up trucks to give further clarity as to...