HM Revenue and Customs
The latest news, updates and opinions on HM Revenue and Customs from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Barclays launches £600 switching bonus – who can get it?Barclays has unveiled two market-leading switching offers, but not everyone is eligible for the higher-paying bonus.
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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10 ways to cut your capital gains tax billCapital gains tax can eat into your profits – and reductions to the tax-free allowance in recent years have left investors more at risk of the levy.
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Do you have to file a tax return if you don’t owe any tax?Even if you do not owe the taxman any money, failure to complete and submit your tax return could result in a penalty costing you up to £1,600.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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How to avoid inheritance tax by giving your money awayRegular gifting can reduce your inheritance tax bill by tens of thousands of pounds. We explain how the rules work.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Why your family needs to talk about inheritance tax nowOpinion More people are set to be dragged into the inheritance tax net, making it all the more important to talk about inheritance with your family.
By Delicious Orie Published
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Eight reasons you may need to register for self-assessment before 5 OctoberFrom claiming pension tax relief to having a side hustle, there are lots of reasons why you may need to register for self-assessment, and the 5 October deadline is approaching fast.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Simple assessment explained: are you at risk of an unexpected tax bill?Pensioners and savers could get shock letters from HMRC saying they owe more tax due to frozen thresholds, under a system known as simple assessment. Here is what it means for you.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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When is the self-assessment tax return deadline?If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings or investments, you may need to complete a self-assessment tax return. We run through the deadlines you need to consider.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overchargedThousands of retirees recovered more than £50 million in overpaid tax from flexible pension withdrawals in the second quarter of 2026. Are you due a pension tax refund?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
