Updated on 4 August 2026
Volunteering in tax
There a number of tax-related volunteering opportunities available. This page outlines some of the opportunities available with links to more information.
Updated on 4 August 2026
Our staff
Meet the LITRG staff below. We are supported by the Chartered Institute of Taxation’s external relations team – see our Media centre.
Updated on 4 August 2026
Who we are
LITRG is an initiative of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, which is an educational charity. Since 1998, LITRG has been working to improve the policy and processes of the tax, and associated welfare systems, for the benefit of those who are least able to pay for professional advice. We are ...
Updated on 20 December 2018
Loan charge settlement – separating fact from fiction
The loan charge date of 5 April 2019 is drawing ever closer. If you reach a ‘settlement’ with HMRC before this date, then the loan charge will not apply. But you may be hearing or reading things that are stopping you from contacting HMRC about settlement and you may be confused about what to do for ...
Updated on 20 December 2018
Campaigners urge those affected by the loan charge to engage with HMRC
The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) is urging low-paid workers affected by the 2019 loan charge to consider contacting HMRC about the option to settle – before they lose the chance.
Updated on 12 October 2018
Missed the 30 September loan charge deadline? Don’t panic – help is still available
The loan charge date of 5th April 2019 is drawing ever closer. HMRC say that if you want to reach a settlement with them to avoid the loan charge but missed the 30 September registration deadline, you should still come forward. Although HMRC cannot now guarantee to be able to reach a settlement with you before the loan charge arises, the earlier you get in touch with HMRC, the more chance there ...