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Setting off losses against other income sources

Setting off losses against other income sources

If you are self-employed or a member of a partnership, you may be able to claim tax relief when your business makes a loss. There are several ways trading losses can be used, but each loss can only be used once and specific conditions apply. For the 2025–26 tax...
Filing your 2025-26 self-assessment tax return

Filing your 2025-26 self-assessment tax return

The 2025–26 tax year ended on 5 April 2026, and attention now turns to filing your self-assessment tax return. While many leave this until the last minute, there are advantages to filing early. There are two ways to file your return. You can submit a paper...
Who pays Income Tax at Scottish rates?

Who pays Income Tax at Scottish rates?

The rules as to who pays Income Tax in Scotland is determined by whether an individual is considered a Scottish taxpayer or not. For most people, determining Scottish taxpayer status is straightforward. Individuals who live in Scotland are considered Scottish...
Do you have a personal tax account yet?

Do you have a personal tax account yet?

Your Personal Tax Account (PTA) is an easy and secure way to manage your tax online. You can use it to check your tax code, claim a refund and update your details, all in one place, without needing to contact HMRC by phone or post. Every UK taxpayer has a PTA, but you...
MTD – when the quarterly returns to HMRC are due

MTD – when the quarterly returns to HMRC are due

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax began on 6 April 2026 for qualifying taxpayers. Those with qualifying income over £50,000 are now required to maintain digital records and submit updates of trading or property income and expenses using compatible...
MTD for Income Tax – are you affected?

MTD for Income Tax – are you affected?

If you have not yet checked whether you need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, now is the time to urgently see if you are affected. The Income Tax reporting requirements for some self-employed individuals and landlords will change significantly from 6...