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Bank of England delays latest interest rate rise
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II passed away on 8 September 2022. In the wake of this, the Bank of England has delayed announcing the latest change to interest rates. What do we know?
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HMRC finally releases updated Making Tax Digital for Income Tax guidance
HMRC has published updated guidance on the types of income that will be subject to the introduction of MTD. What can be established from the new version?
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Levelling up secretary urges people to check tax rebate eligibility
Anyone living in a property in council tax bands A-D is eligible for a £150 tax rebate as part of a scheme to help with the cost of living crisis. Around 90% of eligible households have received this by direct debit, but what should you do if you haven’t?
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More flexibility for separating couples on the way
In 2021, the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) recommended that the current window for separating couples to transfer assets without triggering a taxable gain should be extended. Why is the draft legislation better news for couples than first anticipated?
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HMRC wins £42k late filing penalty row
It's sometimes possible to appeal against a late filing penalty on the grounds that there was a “reasonable excuse” for the lateness. However, you have to be able to meet further conditions. How does a recent Upper Tribunal case demonstrate that a penalty can be upheld, even if there was a reasonable excuse?
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HMRC appeals to accountants for MTD pilot candidates
Earlier in 2022, the number of taxpayers eligible for the current Making Tax Digital pilot was expanded. HMRC is now actively encouraging accountants and tax advisors to refer their clients to the service. What does it mean if your advisor recommends you for the pilot?
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