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Child Benefit boost for millions of families

Child Benefit boost for millions of families

Child Benefit payments to increase from next week Parents encouraged to claim and manage Child Benefit via the HMRC app 1.2 million parents have used the digital service to claim their Child Benefit
Families who claim Child Benefit will see an increase in their payment next week, says HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
From 7 April 2025, parents will receive £26.05 per week - or £1,354.60 a y

HMRC: Informal money transfer businesses must take action against criminal exploitation

HMRC: Informal money transfer businesses must take action against criminal exploitation

Criminals are exploiting informal money transfer services in the UK to launder an estimated £2 billion annually, concealing the proceeds of serious organised crime that harms communities. HMRC is urging businesses that offer these services – which help diaspora communities send money to relatives abroad – to register for anti-money laundering supervision to protect themselves from criminals.

UK businesses urged ‘have your say’ on time-saving electronic invoicing

UK businesses urged ‘have your say’ on time-saving electronic invoicing

Government launches 12-week e-invoicing consultation on plans to cut paperwork for businesses and help improve productivity Proposals expected to save businesses time and money and speed up payments, creating the conditions to grow the economy, part of the Prime Minister’s Plan for Change Will help businesses get tax right first time with fewer invoicing and VAT return errors UK stakeholders an

Love your side hustle? Make it tax official this Valentine’s

Love your side hustle? Make it tax official this Valentine’s

As Valentine's Day approaches, anyone who has turned the love for their hobby into a side hustle is being encouraged to 'put a ring on it' and make it official. Whether it’s making extra income from activities such as online content creation, dog walking, or making handcrafted items to sell, HMRC has launched a new campaign to assist people in understanding if they need to declare earnings.

£35 million added to State Pension pots

£35 million added to State Pension pots

People wanting to maximise their State Pension by plugging gaps in their National Insurance record have contributed to a total of 68,673 years, worth £35 million, using the online service since April last year HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed.

11.5 million file Self Assessment by 31 January deadline

11.5 million file Self Assessment by 31 January deadline

GOV.UK summary: Millions of taxpayers filed their Self Assessment tax return for the 2023 to 2024 tax year by the deadline.
More than 11.5 million taxpayers filed their Self Assessment tax return by midnight on 31 January. 97.36% of tax returns were filed online. 90.53% of expected filers filed their Self Assessment.
More than 11.5 million taxpayers beat the Self Assessment deadline to fil

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