A joint enforcement operation in Walsall town centre checked 16 taxis, uncovering illegal 'ghost plates', window tints and a bald tyre. Half failed checks, with immediate action taken to protect public safety.
HMRC data reveals hundreds filed tax returns in the final hours of 2025, dodging £100 penalties. Experts warn of escalating fines for late submissions. Act now to avoid charges.
HMRC urges nearly 5.65 million people to file their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January deadline to avoid an immediate £100 penalty. Online help is available on GOV.UK.
HMRC warns over 5.65 million people to file their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January deadline or face a £100 penalty. Act now to avoid fines.
Dudley Council's taxi committee has stripped licences from private hire drivers for serious offences including driving bans and failing to declare convictions. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Treasury minister Dan Tomlinson responds to MP's query on tax rises for middle earners. The 'Reeves Freeze' extension will cost individuals up to £1,292 in extra tax. Read the full analysis.
New car tax changes take effect from January 2, 2026, applying VAT to most private hire journeys. Industry leaders clash over the decision's impact on fairness and competition. Read the full details.
HMRC warns millions to file their Self Assessment tax return by 31 January or face an initial £100 fine, escalating to £900. Act now to know what you owe.
HMRC clarifies rules for UK expats and non-residents claiming tax refunds from abroad. Essential guidance on the correct postal address and required nominee details revealed.
Millions of UK households risk £300 HMRC fines for missing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. Act now to avoid penalties. Get the full details and who is affected.
HMRC warns UK crafters and side-hustlers to declare income over £1,000. Learn the rules for the 2024-25 tax year and avoid penalties. Register for self-assessment now.
HMRC urges taxpayers to file Self Assessment returns now after 37,435 submissions over Christmas. Avoid last-minute rush and potential penalties before the 31 January deadline.
A VAT rule change means Uber and private hire trips in England will cost 15-20% more from 2 Jan 2026. Find out why and who it hits hardest.
Thousands face reduced pay as HMRC uses 'K' tax codes to claw back debts via PAYE. Experts explain the 'minus allowance' and what to do if you're affected.
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 is reducing interest on late tax payments from 8% to 7.75% from January 9, following the Bank of England's base rate cut. Learn the new rates and key self-assessment deadlines.
Tax expert Mike Warburton issues a stark warning over HMRC's plan to collect self-assessment liabilities in-year via PAYE from April 2029. Read the details and potential impact.
London will trial autonomous taxis from Uber, Lyft and Waymo from 2026 under new UK law. Discover the tech, safety concerns and industry reaction.
As the self-assessment deadline looms, HMRC reports record tax receipts exceeding £900bn. Experts warn of fiscal drag and rising unemployment impacting public finances. Read the full analysis.
UK drivers offering lifts for petrol money this December could face £2,500 fines and invalid insurance. Experts urge caution over 'simple acts of generosity'.
A damning report warns London's iconic black taxis could vanish by 2045. Despite a 68.6% rise in trainee drivers, Mayor Sadiq Khan is urged to act to protect the trade. Read the full story.
HMRC has issued a warning to pensioners on PAYE, stating they 'can expect' official notices by March 2026 regarding pension tax relief claims. The tax authority confirmed lengthy processing times.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces VAT changes for private hire vehicles from January 2026, levelling the playing field but potentially raising fares. Find out how this affects you.
HMRC warns UK taxpayers the Self Assessment deadline is weeks away. File and pay by 31 Jan 2026 or face penalties. Act now to avoid fines.
HMRC warns UK tax agents with two or more overdue VAT returns to resolve their situation by 7 February 2026 or face penalties, including suspended agent codes. Act now to avoid action.
Tony Mullane fears his £2 taxi-bus service for Liverpool FC fans could be squeezed out as the city region moves to a publicly controlled bus network. Read his story and the Combined Authority's response.
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.
HMRC urges UK taxpayers to file Self Assessment returns before the 31 January deadline. New poll asks if you're an 'early bird' or 'last minute panicker'. Act now on GOV.UK.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
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.