You need to be able to work out your tax so that you can check you are paying the correct amount. We explain how in four steps.

In general, income tax is charged on income. So, first of all we have to distinguish between income and capital receipts. Once we have worked out that something is income, it is necessary to work out if that income is taxable income or if it is exempt from income tax.

We set out the rates, bands, thresholds and allowances for different taxes and National Insurance contributions.

We are not able to provide an advice service about tax or tax credit issues. However, there are various sources of support, which you can find out about in this part of the site. This page starts off our series of getting help pages by explaining more about the help you can find on GOV.UK.If you ...

These pages look at how to resolve disputes with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), the tax penalty system and how to complain to HMRC if you feel treated unfairly.

Here, we briefly explain what tax is and who HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) are.