by | Apr 30, 2026 | Income Tax
If your taxable income for the 2026–27 tax year is less than £17,570, you will not pay any tax on the interest you receive. This figure combines the £5,000 starting rate for savings (taxed at 0%) with the £12,570 personal allowance. In...
by | Apr 30, 2026 | Income Tax
If you are self-employed or a member of a partnership, you may be able to claim tax relief when your business makes a loss. There are several ways trading losses can be used, but each loss can only be used once and specific conditions apply. For the 2025–26 tax...
by | Apr 23, 2026 | Income Tax
The 2025–26 tax year ended on 5 April 2026, and attention now turns to filing your self-assessment tax return. While many leave this until the last minute, there are advantages to filing early. There are two ways to file your return. You can submit a paper...
by | Apr 23, 2026 | Income Tax
The rules as to who pays Income Tax in Scotland is determined by whether an individual is considered a Scottish taxpayer or not. For most people, determining Scottish taxpayer status is straightforward. Individuals who live in Scotland are considered Scottish...
by | Apr 9, 2026 | Income Tax
Your Personal Tax Account (PTA) is an easy and secure way to manage your tax online. You can use it to check your tax code, claim a refund and update your details, all in one place, without needing to contact HMRC by phone or post. Every UK taxpayer has a PTA, but you...
by | Apr 9, 2026 | Income Tax
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax began on 6 April 2026 for qualifying taxpayers. Those with qualifying income over £50,000 are now required to maintain digital records and submit updates of trading or property income and expenses using compatible...