From 6 May, HMRC will no longer provide Unique Taxpayer References (UTR) over the phone. 

Are you passionate about using your tax technical skills to help those who are unable to pay for advice? If so, we want to hear from you. 

The government has commissioned a new independent review of the Loan Charge. A call for evidence has now been published, closing on 30 May 2025. Individuals wishing to respond are asked to do so at their earliest opportunity, using the form provided. 

HMRC previously announced that Industrial action would impact some HMRC employer helplines between 23 December 2024 and 14 March 2025. This has now been extended to 16 May 2025 HMRC say they have robust plans in place to ensure they continue delivering critical services. 

If you are employed through an umbrella company, it may be useful for you to know that you can now request a free ‘payslip audit’ via our website. This will be carried out by special software developed by compliance and technology firm SafeRec, who have kindly provided LITRG with free access to the ...

In a press release issued on 23 January 2025, the Government announced ‘a new independent review into the Loan Charge’ to be led by Ray McCann. At the same time, HMRC published an operational briefing relating to the review.