News
December 2010
Finance Bill 2011
For the first time, the government has published next year’s Finance Bill in draft form, giving people time to comment on the proposals.
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Reminder On Filing Online
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has reminded anyone missing the 31 October deadline for filing paper self assessment tax return for 2009-2010 that they have until the end of January to file online.
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All Change On Pensions Tax Relief
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is warning taxpayers to be vigilant following reports that thieves are making phone calls pretending to be the taxman.
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Track Down Your Missing Pension, Says Minister
People who have lost touch with workplace pension schemes from previous employers, as well as personal schemes, are being urged to track them down to ensure they receive all of their entitlements in retirement.
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Furnished Holiday Lettings Rules Under Review
Changes could be on the way to the tax rules for furnished holiday lettings following a government consultation.
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HMRC Issues Guidance On Tax Underpayments
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued guidance for up to 1.4 million taxpayers who have underpaid PAYE due to incorrect tax codes.
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Savings Protection Limit To Rise
Deposits in banks, building societies and credit unions will soon have greater protection if the savings institution goes bust.
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VAT Rules On Entertaining Overseas Customers Changed
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has shifted its position on the VAT treatment of business entertainment provided to overseas customers.
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Change On Unfair Dismissal Claims On Cards
Lord Young, the government’s new Enterprise Adviser, has told the BBC that he may recommend an increase in the length of time employees have to work before being allowed to bring unfair dismissal claims.
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Smaller Charities Win Online Filing Concession
From 1 April 2011 onwards, all companies and organisations will have to file company tax returns online for any accounting period ending after 31 March 2010.
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Businesses Urged To Prepare For Pensions Shake-Up
The government has set out plans for automatic enrolment into workplace pensions.
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