HMRC warns of 'punitive' ISA charges as allowance cut
HMRC warns of 'punitive' charges for Lifetime ISA withdrawals as the annual allowance is cut to £12,000. Learn how the new rules and a proposed replacement product affect your savings.
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HMRC helpline crash risks £100 fines for millions
HMRC apologises after a technical fault shut helplines, causing chaos for 5.65 million taxpayers facing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. Avoid a £100 penalty by filing now.
HMRC callers face £100 fine risk amid phone chaos
UK taxpayers risk £100 fines as HMRC's phone service automatically disconnects after 70 minutes. With the January 31 deadline approaching, experts warn it's 'pot luck' to get through. Read the full report.
Royal Mail Apologises for Birmingham Postal Delays
Royal Mail has issued an apology to residents in Birmingham's Northfield area after severe weather caused a major backlog, with some not receiving letters for weeks. Read the full story.
HMRC phone lines crash before Self Assessment deadline
HMRC helplines are down due to a technical issue, leaving taxpayers stranded days before the crucial January 31 deadline. Over 5 million returns are still outstanding.
HMRC £900 fines for late Self Assessment tax returns
HMRC warns of £900 maximum fines for missing the 31 January Self Assessment deadline. Nearly 340,000 have already paid via the app. File and pay now to avoid penalties.
HMRC alert: File Self Assessment by Jan 31 or face £100 fine
HMRC warns Self Assessment taxpayers of an immediate £100 penalty for missing the January 31, 2026 deadline, even if no tax is owed. Act now to avoid escalating fines.
HMRC: Automatic £100 penalty for missed tax deadline
HMRC urges taxpayers to file online by 31 Jan 2026 as app use surges 65%. Miss the deadline and face an automatic £100 fine. Pay via the HMRC app now.
HMRC Child Benefit Crackdown Suspended 24,000 Accounts
HMRC admitted its child benefit crackdown, which suspended 24,000 accounts using travel data, carried a 'tolerable' risk. Discover the impact and official response.
HMRC may tax UK households with £3,500 in savings
UK households with savings over £3,500 could face surprise tax bills as HMRC tightens checks on bank interest. Learn your Personal Savings Allowance and how to prepare.
HMRC to 'Actively Pursue' Individuals and Companies Over Tax
HMRC announces a major crackdown on unpaid taxes, targeting individuals and companies. Learn about the new enforcement measures and the billions in revenue being pursued.
HMRC errors mark living people as deceased
Serious HMRC system errors are wrongly classifying living individuals as dead, preventing state pension applications. Learn how to check your NI record and what to do if affected.
HMRC: £900 fines for late tax returns
UK households face fines of up to £900 for missing the 31 January self-assessment deadline. HMRC also warns of a rise in tax scams targeting filers.
HMRC warns of fines for late tax returns
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
Christmas Day pub lunch branded 'utter chaos'
Families were left disappointed and hungry after a Midlands pub descended into 'utter chaos' on Christmas Day, with a kitchen closure and no service. Read the full story and the manager's apology.
HMRC to Pay 'Thousands' for Tax Fraud Tips
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
HMRC uses AI to target tax evasion and fraud
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC tax refund guidance after wrong address error
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
HMRC wrongly targeted 60% in child benefit crackdown
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
HMRC cuts late payment interest from 29 December
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Lidl customer rages as staff 'won't use manned till'
A Lidl shopper in Farnborough was left furious after claiming staff directed him to self-service. The supermarket has apologised and launched an internal review.
HMRC Scrapping Paper Letters for Millions of Taxpayers
HMRC will stop sending standard letters from April 2026, switching to digital communications. Millions must ensure contact details are correct to avoid missing vital updates.
HMRC apologises for wrongly stopping child benefit
HMRC has issued an apology after thousands of UK households had child benefit payments incorrectly stopped. The tax authority has now changed its process.
Earn Millions by Reporting Tax Evasion to HMRC
UK households could earn millions by reporting tax evasion under a new HMRC rewards scheme. Find out how to report and what you could earn.
HMRC's mandatory tax adviser register starts May 2026
HMRC will launch a mandatory register for all tax advisers in May 2026. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and the £36m investment to modernise services.
HMRC sets 8-week deadline for UK tax refund payments
HMRC has clarified its tax refund process, confirming payments will reach UK households within eight weeks. Learn how to claim your money and avoid common pitfalls.
HMRC sends £2,500 tax refund to fraudster
A UK taxpayer is wrongly pursued for a £2,500 debt after HMRC paid their tax refund to an impersonator. Learn how to protect yourself from tax refund scams.
HMRC: Say 'allocate tax-free allowance' on calls
HMRC advises thousands of UK households to use a specific four-word phrase when calling to resolve tax code issues. Learn how to update your tax-free allowance efficiently.
HMRC P800 tax refund alert for UK households
HMRC is issuing P800 tax calculation letters. Check if you've overpaid tax and are due a refund on your pension, pay, or self-assessment. Act now to claim.
State pensioners face income tax from 2027
UK state pension set to exceed tax-free allowance by 2027, forcing retirees to pay income tax. Discover the impact of the triple lock and fiscal challenges.
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