Mar 21, 2024 | Government Announcements
HMRC has quickly reversed its decision to permanently close certain helplines following widespread backlash. Initial plans included shutting down the self-assessment helpline for six months from April and limiting the VAT helpline to weekdays only. Critics, including...
Mar 20, 2024 | Government Announcements
HMRC is making significant changes to its helpline services. From 8 April, the self-assessment helpline will close for six months each year, from April to September, and will only handle complex enquiries. The VAT helpline's availability is also being reduced,...
Mar 6, 2024 | Government Announcements
In the Spring Budget announcement for 2024, Jeremy Hunt highlighted his plans to improve the UK's economy, prompting reactions from industry leaders across the country. Dr Roger Barker, director of policy at the Institute of Directors, said: "First and foremost,...
Mar 6, 2024 | Government Announcements
Taking to the stand on Wednesday (6 March), Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a range of personal measures focused on reducing the tax burden for households. Just months after a 2p cut to National Insurance contributions (NICs) came into effect in January 2024, the...
Mar 6, 2024 | Government Announcements
While the 2024 Spring Budget featured no surprise business announcements, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt introduced a range of measures to boost investment and minimise costs for UK businesses. As part of a support package spanning the next five years, the Government will...
