Income Tax
The latest news, updates and opinions on Income Tax from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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11 reasons you need to register for self-assessment before 5 October
There are lots of reasons why you may need to register for self-assessment. But you’ll need to act fast to meet the 5 October deadline
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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More under-40s set for higher tax brackets
A whopping 20% of under-40s will find more of their earnings going to the taxman due to the freeze on income tax bands.
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published
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Jeremy Hunt: ‘income tax thresholds to remain frozen if Conservative Party wins general election’
News The Chancellor said income tax thresholds will be kept as they are until 2028. It could mean millions of workers will be dragged into higher tax bands.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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One in five taxpayers to pay higher rate of income tax by 2027
News Frozen income tax thresholds mean considerably more middle-earners will have to start paying higher-rate tax. We explain what you can do to avoid the fiscal drag.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Tax return deadline extended – but don't forget to file
Advice HMRC is being slightly more lenient about tax returns this year, but falling behind will still incur hefty fines.
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published
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How to deal with self-assessment tax returns after a very trying year
Advice The Covid-19 pandemic will complicate the self-assessment tax return process for 2019-20. What if you can’t pay? Ruth Jackson-Kirby has some advice.
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published
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The case for a flat tax
Briefings Simplifying the tax system promises to cut incentives for evasion and avoidance, and boost work and entrepreneurship. Could it give post-Covid-19 Britain the lift it needs?
By Simon Wilson Published
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