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Call for Double Tax Code for State Pensioners

Over 25,000 back a petition for a new tax code, doubling the personal allowance for state pensioners to combat unfair taxation on small pensions. Will Parliament debate it?

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.

Call to Double State Pensioners' Tax Allowance

A parliamentary petition urges HMRC to double the personal tax allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. With 10,000 signatures, it seeks to protect pensioners from rising tax bills as thresholds remain frozen.

Tax-Free Allowance hits £13,006 with HMRC rule

HMRC is increasing the effective Personal Allowance to over £13,000 for eligible taxpayers. Discover how to claim tax relief on job expenses, maintenance payments, and charitable donations.

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.

UK Christmas gifts risk 40% inheritance tax charge

Personal finance experts warn UK families about HMRC's £3,000 annual gift allowance. Exceeding it could trigger a 40% inheritance tax bill if the giver dies within seven years. Learn the rules to protect your loved ones.

State pensioners face £800 tax bills from HMRC

Thousands of retirees relying on state pension top-ups are being sent tax demands of around £800, falling outside Labour's new exemption. Discover the impact of frozen thresholds.

Calls for £20,000 Personal Tax-Free Allowance Grow

A public petition urges the Labour government and HMRC to raise the personal allowance from £12,570 to £20,000, offering families potential savings of nearly £3,000. Over 28,000 have signed.

HMRC Sends New Tax Codes to UK Households

HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.

UK Tax-Free Income Boost: Rent a Room for £7,500

Discover how HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme lets UK households earn up to £7,500 tax-free annually, potentially raising your total tax-free allowance to £20,070. Learn the rules and see if you qualify.

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