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19 Jun 25

Who must send in a tax return

From self-employment to rental income, there are many reasons you may need to file a Self-Assessment return. Know the triggers and register with HMRC by 5 October if this is your

19 Jun 25

2025 Spending Review published

The government’s 2025 Spending Review outlines a major funding boost for healthcare, defence, housing, and infrastructure to support long-term recovery and growth. The 2025

19 Jun 25

Present rates of Corporation Tax

Corporation Tax rises with profit levels. Marginal relief bridges the gap, easing businesses from the 19% small profits rate to the 25% main rate. The Corporation Tax Main Rate

19 Jun 25

Tax rules for savings interest

You could earn up to £18,570 in tax-free savings interest in 2025-26, thanks to the personal allowance, starting rate for savings, and the Personal Savings Allowance. If your

19 Jun 25

When do the higher rates of Income Tax apply

Once your income passes £100,000, your tax-free allowance starts to shrink. Between £100,000 and £125,140, the effective tax rate climbs to 60%, but smart planning can help. If

16 Jun 25

Effects of Rachel Reeves’ Spending Review

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her first Spending Review to Parliament last week, setting out the government’s financial priorities for the next three years. Her approach

16 Jun 25

BT Eyes Deeper Job Cuts as AI Reshapes Telecoms

BT has announced that it may exceed its previously stated target of cutting 40,000 jobs by 2030, as artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more central to its operations. The move

12 Jun 25

Current IHT gift reliefs

Lifetime gifts can reduce Inheritance Tax, but survival for seven years and using key exemptions like the £3,000 annual allowance are crucial to making them fully tax-free. Most

12 Jun 25

Do not forget to claim the marriage allowance

If one partner in a marriage or civil partnership earns under £12,570, you could save up to £252 a year, and up to £1,260 if you backdate your Marriage Allowance claim for the past

12 Jun 25

New requirement – verifying ID at Companies House

Identity verification is now rolling out for directors, PSCs, and agents, with more filing roles to be included soon under new anti-fraud rules. Companies House is beginning to