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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'I've used my annual ISA allowance. How can I shield my savings from tax?'
As millions face paying tax on savings interest, we explore how to protect your money from the taxman. If you've used up your ISA allowance, we look at the other tax-efficient options.
By Holly Thomas Published
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Marriage allowance: are you missing out on £252 a year?
News Married couples and civil partners could save up to £252 a year in tax by claiming the allowance - and receive a backdated lump-sum payment worth more than £1,000
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overcharged
Thousands of retirees recovered more than £48.5 million in overpaid tax from flexible pension withdrawals in the third quarter of 2025. Are you due a pension tax refund?
By Daniel Hilton 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 know about
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Child Trust Funds: Could £2,242 of unclaimed money be waiting for you?
More than £1.5 billion is sitting in unclaimed savings accounts belonging to 18-23 year olds. Here is how to track down lost Child Trust Funds
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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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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Simple assessment explained as millions brace for unexpected tax bills
Increasing numbers of people could get 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 Published
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What are wealth taxes and would they work in Britain?
The Treasury is short of cash and mulling over how it can get its hands on more money to plug the gap. Could wealth taxes do the trick?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Child Benefit: how it works, eligibility criteria and how to claim
Child Benefit is worth hundreds of pounds per year and claiming it can help build up your state pension entitlement. We look at who is eligible and how to get the payment
By Katie Williams Published
