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Tax Diary May/June 2026

1 May 2026 - Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 July 2025. 19 May 2026 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 May 2026. (If you pay your tax electronically the due date is 22 May 2026). 19 May 2026 - Filing deadline for

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Increase in employment costs 2026-27

From April 2026, the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates have increased, and businesses should ensure payroll systems are updated immediately so that employees receive the correct statutory pay. These changes apply from the start of

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Reducing domestic energy costs

Energy costs remain a significant pressure on household budgets, and reducing consumption continues to be one of the most reliable ways to control expenditure. Fortunately, many practical steps can lower usage without reducing comfort. A structured

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Do you have a personal tax account yet?

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

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Living away from home?

Private Residence Relief (PRR) is a valuable Capital Gains Tax relief that can eliminate the tax due when you sell your home. In simple terms, it applies to periods when a property has been your only or main residence. However, if you spend time

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Vaping products duty schemes

The new Vaping Products Duty (VPD) and Vaping Duty Stamps (VDS) are being introduced from 1 October 2026. In advance of the launch of the new schemes, HMRC opened applications for approval for manufacturers, importers and warehouse keepers on 1 April

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New rules for working from home from April 2026

The rules on claiming tax relief for working from home are changing for the new 2026-27 tax year. In most cases, employees will no longer be able to claim relief for homeworking, although claims can still be made for the previous four tax years. The

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