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Penalties for online marketplace operators
HMRC has published new guidance explaining the penalties that digital platform operators may face for failing to meet their tax reporting obligations. The guidance, published on 16 October 2026, clari…
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New rules for Plastic Packaging Tax from April 2027
New rules for Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) will take effect from 1 April 2027, changing how businesses account for chemically recycled plastic and removing pre-consumer plastic waste as an eligible sou…
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Cryptoassets: common tax mistakes to avoid
Cryptoassets can create unexpected tax liabilities. HMRC’s guidance highlights several areas where mistake can be made.…
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New customs system for Northern Ireland trade
Businesses using the Trader Support Service (TSS) to move goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland need to prepare for a new platform launching soon. From 20 October 2026, all goods movements…
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HMRC publishes latest deliberate tax defaulters list
HMRC has published an updated list of deliberate tax defaulters. The list includes individuals, businesses and companies, detailing the amounts on which penalties are due and the exact penalties charg…
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UK carbon border tax starts January 2027
Businesses importing certain carbon-intensive goods into the UK will face a new carbon tax from 1 January 2027, when the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) comes into effect.…
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Tax rules for cryptoassets set to change
The tax treatment of some crypto assets is set to change under draft legislation for Finance Bill 2026-27. The proposed changes include new rules for qualifying stablecoins, crypto asset loans and liq…
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Could company distribution rules change?
The tax rules concerning what constitutes a distribution for tax purposes have remained largely unchanged since Corporation Tax was introduced in 1965. HMRC has recently published a consultation looki…
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HMRC penalties for failing to notify a tax liability
If you become liable to pay a tax or register for a tax that HMRC has not already been informed about, you must notify HMRC within the relevant time limit. Failing to do so can result in a financial p…
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Amending a mistake on your tax return
What happens if you discover a mistake on your tax return? The good news is that errors can usually be corrected, but it is important to take action as soon as possible to avoid paying the wrong amoun…
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