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 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.
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HMRC issues urgent warning to state pension, Carer's Allowance, ESA and JSA recipients about potential tax errors. Experts advise checking tax codes now to avoid unexpected bills and late fines.
Money expert Martin Lewis issues an urgent warning to millions about the looming January 31 self-assessment deadline. Miss it and face a £100 fine plus interest on unpaid tax.
Martin Lewis warns 5 million to file Self Assessment now. Miss the Jan 31 deadline and face an automatic £100 fine, even if you owe no tax. Act fast to avoid penalties.
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HMRC is contacting UK households with savings over £12,500 as the 31 January self-assessment deadline approaches. Check your Personal Savings Allowance now to avoid a surprise tax bill.
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HMRC says state pensioners should not include Winter Fuel Payment on current tax returns. Repayment required if income exceeds £35,000, but not until 2027. Get the full details.
HMRC warns taxpayers of escalating penalties for missing the Self Assessment deadline, including daily fines of up to £900. File your return by January 31, 2026, to avoid charges.
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 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 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.
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Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis warns 5.6 million Brits to file self-assessment tax returns before the January 31 deadline to avoid £100 fines and 7.75% interest charges.
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HMRC announces a cut to the late payment interest rate for Self Assessment returns. Over 12 million face fines if they miss the January 31 deadline. Act now to avoid penalties.
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Major DWP overhaul from April 2026 will see PIP review periods lengthened but a sharp rise in in-person assessments. The changes aim to save £1.9 billion. Get the full details.
The DWP announces major welfare reforms, including a surge in face-to-face PIP and Work Capability Assessments, aiming to save £1.9bn. Read the full details on the changes.
HMRC issues urgent Self Assessment warning for 4 income types. 5.65 million must file by Jan 31 or face a £100 fine. Check if you need to submit a return now.
A mid-year Capital Gains Tax rate change for 2024/25 means UK taxpayers must manually calculate liabilities. Experts warn of errors and potential HMRC disputes. Check your return now.
HMRC warns the deadline for online Self Assessment tax returns is 31 Jan 2026. Missing it risks penalties of £300 or more. File now to avoid fines.
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Millions of pension savers are failing to claim vital tax rebates, sacrificing thousands of pounds. Experts warn higher-rate taxpayers must act now to reclaim money from HMRC.
The DWP announces plans to abolish the long-standing Work Capability Assessment for Universal Credit. Find out what this means for claimants and the new PIP-linked system.
Martin Lewis urges 5.6 million to file self-assessment by Jan 31. He warns of £100 fines and 7.75% interest on unpaid tax. Check if you need to declare savings over £10,000.
UK households risk an immediate £100 fine for missing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. HMRC warns 5.65 million returns are still outstanding. Act now to avoid penalties.