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Dozens of venues are offering free drop-ins for anyone struggling with cost-of-living pressures.

The former Duchess was an "ambassador" for vVoosh, founded by her friend Manuel Fernandez.

It might seem like a simple merger deal, but it's got all the ingredients of a Hollywood drama.

The major Hollywood deal means Netflix will takeover ownership of franchises including Harry Potter and Game of Thrones.

Designer Nerida Hansen admits failing customers who ordered textiles worth thousands of dollars from her businesses.

Jamie Oliver is relaunching his casual dining brand in the UK backed by the people behind Prezzo.

The European Commission says the social media site is opening its users up to scams and impersonations.

Martin Lewis explains the things people misunderstand about credit scores.

Martin Lewis explains the things people misunderstand about credit scores.

We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

Please note that this blog is no longer being updated.

From 6 May new secondary legislation came into force allowing HMRC to specify the format of P87 applications. HMRC has updated the form they want customers to use on GOV.UK and from 7 May 2022 all P87 applications must be made on this form.

The temporary reintroduction of bulk agent appeals for 2020 to 2021 Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) late filing penalties, will come to an end on 6 May 2022 as planned.

Agent Update 95 is available now and contains the latest articles, updates, help and support for the entire agent community.

HMRC has published an in-depth review on upholding standards for agents. The review sets out our approach and the statutory powers available to us when dealing with breaches of the Standard. It brings together contributions and examples of work from across HMRC and it’s the first time this information has been published in one place.

We may not be able to talk to you about your clients’ SEISS grants unless we receive additional consent from them. This is because our existing process – the 64-8 agent authorisation – was not designed to cover the support provided in response to coronavirus, such as SEISS grants, so the usual taxpayer confidentiality rules apply. We require this additional authorisation […]

From 31 March 2022, new clients will need to use a new form 64-8 to give authorisation for you to deal directly with us on their behalf. Existing clients do not need to re-authorise their current relationship.

The Chancellor made his annual Spring Statement speech today where he set out the Government’s tax plan to support the UK economy, businesses and families in both the short and the medium term. 

Agent Update 94 is available now and contains the latest articles, updates, help and support for the entire agent community.

Due to the impact of coronavirus on individuals and businesses around the country, HMRC has not issued a Late Filing Penalty for anyone who has been unable to file their 2020-21 self-assessment return by 31 January 2022 providing they did so by 28 February 2022.

Learn more about the support available to tax agents and advisers which will help you and your clients.

Forums that facilitate HMRC's engagement with stakeholders.

The aim of the EC-S handbook is to give you clear and comprehensive guidance on how to undertake your role within EC-S. It will help you understand the legislation, how our policies work and how they should be applied. It will also explain how to apply the sanctions framework and the powers available for you […]

Check the tariff classification for Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG) and other condensation polymers.

Find out how to apply for a duty deferment account, so you can delay paying most customs or tax charges when you import goods or release goods from an excise warehouse.

Guidance relating to tax advantaged share schemes.

Find out the Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance rates. You can also find the tax credits rates, thresholds and allowances up to 5 April 2025.

Learn more about paying tax and record keeping for the Construction Industry Scheme if you're a contractor or subcontractor.

Publication plan for HMRC National and Official Statistics. Any changes to the schedule will be detailed in the announcements.

Check recent contacts from HMRC to help you decide if a suspicious email, phone call, text or letter could be a scam.