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HMRC have issued a statement clarifying that the new reporting of data from online platforms to HMRC from January 2025, does not change people’s tax obligations. 

When you start a new job, particularly a temporary or part time job during the Christmas season, you may find that your first take home pay isn’t quite what you expected. Here we set out some common reasons for this, and explain why you shouldn’t panic!