Company directors & shareholders — dividend tax rates are increasing from 6 April 2026

Are you self-employed or earning over £150,000? You may need to file a self-assessment tax return! Find out why it could affect you today.

The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver the Spring Statement to the House of Commons on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.

It is recommended to check your National Insurance record as this can affect your future entitlement to the State Pension and other benefits.

If you have not yet checked if and when you need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, you should do so as a matter of urgency. This is because from April 2026 the way many individuals report their tax to HMRC will change significantly.

If you are self-employed, knowing which everyday costs you can legitimately claim can make a real difference to how much tax you end up paying.

CGT on certain UK residential property sales often has a strict 60-day reporting and payment deadline, so early planning can avoid penalties.

If one partner earns under £12,570, you could transfer part of their unused personal allowance and cut your tax bill by up to £252 a year.

Starting a new business can be expensive, but many of your pre-trading costs may qualify for tax relief if they meet the right conditions.