The latest Budget included several important changes that will affect how small businesses and taxpayers will manage tax reporting, digital record-keeping, and payment deadlines over the next few years. Here are the key changes to income tax payments, penalties, and Making Tax Digital (MTD) you should know about. If you run a small business, it’s […]
Tag Archives: MTD
06
Aug
Aug
We work closely with small businesses every day. We know how tough it can be out there. Whether you’re a builder, engineer, consultant, or creative freelancer, running a business in the UK isn’t always straightforward. The rules change, red tape grows, cash flow is tight, and support can feel miles away. With this in mind, […]
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Apr
Apr
It’s easy for small businesses to overlook the implications of Making Tax Digital (MTD), especially since it has been delayed a few times over recent years. However, we can confirm that MTD is coming, and the countdown has already begun! Staying informed about these changes can be challenging, but we are here to support you […]
Accounting Tips, Business Tips, HM Revenue & Customs
Chancellor wants businesses to move to “e-invoicing”
01
Oct
Oct
The government has unveiled a proposal to expand electronic invoicing across the UK and hinted at a forthcoming ‘Digital Transformation Roadmap’ for HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). However, the details about both plans are currently limited. The chancellor wants businesses to move to “e-invoicing” as part of the process. In her first speech as Chancellor […]
25
Sep
Sep
This week is Labour Party conference week. Rachel Reeves made her debut speech on Monday as the Chancellor of the Exchequer. She said there was no return to austerity but instead a time for “iron discipline” and “relentless focus.” With this in mind, we explore what’s expected in the budget. When is the Budget? The […]
06
Dec
Dec
Many small businesses may have lost track of MTD, which has been introduced five times already. What did the Autumn Statement 2023 say about MTD? The Autumn Statement 2023 included the outcome of the Making Tax Digital Small Business Review. The review focused on whether and how small businesses should be brought into MTD. So, […]
HM Revenue & Customs, VAT, VAT Compliance, VAT Return
Changes to VAT penalties – what you need to know
07
Dec
Dec
The changes in the VAT penalty system which we have known about for a while comes into effect next month (January 2023). We are expecting more details this month from HM Revenue & Customs but here’s what we know so far relating to the changes to VAT penalties. The main reason for the introduction of […]
HM Revenue & Customs, Personal Tax, Tax Tips
Benefits of submitting your Tax Return before the deadline
01
Nov
Nov
If you have been completing a Self-Assessment Tax Return for a while you know it is an annual ritual that has to be performed. It needs to be done without fail no matter what. There are some who prefer to submit the return early with plenty of time, whilst others leave it to the last […]
Accounting Tips, Bookkeeping, HM Revenue & Customs, News, Tax Advice
Making Tax Digital (MTD – Updated January 2023
21
Sep
Sep
The introduction of Making Tax Digital (MTD) has been delayed until 2026. What is MTD Making Tax Digital is an initiative introduced by HMRC in an attempt to modernise our tax system in the digital age. MTD for ITSA (Income Tax & Self-Assessment) comes into effect from April 2026 (previously 2024) if your “qualifying income” […]
Cloud Accounting, Digital Technology, HM Revenue & Customs
Making Tax Digital (MTD) Delayed…. Updated January 2023
04
Oct
Oct
Making Tax Digital (MTD) Delayed As we said last week uncertainty and change are in the air! So, this week we have more changes to announce. MTD for self-employed, partnerships and landlords has now been delayed. The change that was originally set to become law in April 2023 has now been pushed back due to […]
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