HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) have restarted their ‘Direct Recovery of Debts’ (DRD) process, which enables the collection of unpaid tax directly from bank accounts in certain circumstances.

In advance of the 2025 Autumn Budget, LITRG have made a submission to HM Treasury recommending the operation of Pay As You Earn (PAYE) on the state pension. 

If you live in England, Wales or Northern Ireland and you expect your income in the 2025/26 tax year to be more than £35,000, you have until 15 September 2025 to opt out of receiving this year’s winter fuel payment.

The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) is urging people to check their National Insurance record to see if they can boost their state pension entitlement before 5 April 2025.

If you have gaps in your National Insurance record, it can make a big difference to the amount of state pension you receive – whether you are already claiming it, or it’s still a long way in the future. For a limited time, certain people are able to pay voluntary contributions to fill gaps in their ...

The 2023/24 self assessment online tax return deadline is 31st January 2025. If you have a tax return to complete online, but have not yet got started then it’s time to take action. In this article we share some hints and tips if you are feeling stuck and explain where you might find last minute ...