‘Open HMRC’ – Alexa helps Tax Credits customers
New and innovative technology to help more than three million customers renew their tax credits by 31 July, has today been launched by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
Topics: Crime, Law, Legal affairs
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Record number of fake HMRC websites deactivated
New figures show that HMRC requested a record 20,750 malicious sites to be taken down in the past 12 months, an increase of 29% on the previous year.
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One million married couples still eligible for £900 tax boost
Around three million couples across the UK have boosted their finances with Marriage Allowance, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) announced today.
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Take the stress out of school holidays – government help with childcare
Almost a third of parents in Great Britain (31%) feel stressed trying to arrange childcare for the school holidays according to a new YouGov poll out today.
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Low tax gap results in £71 billion for UK public services
The tax gap for 2016/17 is 5.7%, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) confirmed today.
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HMRC saves public £2.4M by stopping fraudsters
HMRC has revealed today that it has saved the public over £2.4m by tackling fraudsters that trick the public into using premium rate phone numbers for services that HMRC provide for free.
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HMRC doubles number of workers receiving back pay by enforcing the National Minimum Wage
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has more than doubled the number of underpaid workers getting the money they’re owed under the National Minimum Wage, according to latest figures.
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HMRC warns on tax refund scams
HMRC is calling on people to stay vigilant in the fight against fraudsters, who are using email and text messages to scam them out of their savings.
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HMRC hits 10 million milestone on automation
HMRC has processed 10 million transactions using robots since 2015 which has improved efficiency and customer experience.
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Protecting the environment with Landfill Tax as extension comes into force
From 1 April 2018, Landfill Tax is changing to include disposals at unauthorised waste sites in England and Northern Ireland. These changes will support legitimate waste management businesses by creating a fairer tax system and a deterrent to causing environmental harm by disposing of material at an unauthorised waste site.
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Lansio rhaglen gan CThEM i addysgu plant ynghylch treth yn y Gymraeg
Datganodd CThEM heddiw bod rhaglen addysgiadol rhad ac am ddim, sy'n cynnig cyflwyniad syml i dreth ar gyfer plant ysgolion cynradd, ar gael yn awr i blant Cymraeg.
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HMRC launches tax education programme in Welsh
A free education programme offering a simple introduction to tax for primary school children is now available for Welsh speaking students, HM Revenue and Customs announced today.
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HMRC levels the playing field by tackling online VAT fraud
World-leading powers to ensure online sellers pay the right tax and don’t leave law-abiding high street and online businesses at a disadvantage, have come into force today. These were first announced by the Chancellor at Autumn Budget 2017.
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HMRC slays tax-avoiding Cyclops
HMRC wins tax avoidance case worth £55 million.
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HMRC warns offshore tax dodgers
Time is running out for anyone with offshore assets before tougher penalties kick in, as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) publishes proposals to allow more time to investigate when someone hasn’t declared the right amount of tax.
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Pay for Easter childcare with Tax-Free Childcare
Working parents are being reminded that they can use Tax-Free Childcare to pay for regulated holiday clubs during the Easter holidays.
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Tax-Free Childcare opens to all parents with children under 12
From today, all working parents with children under 12 can apply for up to £2,000 of childcare support per child, per year.
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HMRC asks retail bosses to enlist staff in the fight against the iTunes scam
HMRC has today written to the chief executives of major UK retailers, urging them to share details of a prolific scam with all their staff so that they can act as the last line of defence against fraudsters.
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HMRC confirms location of Glasgow Regional Centre
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has formally signed an agreement to lease a ten storey new build, at 1 Atlantic Square, Argyle Street in Glasgow, for 25 years. HMRC will be one of the largest employers in the city, adding value to the local economy and forming strong relationships with the community.
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On-time Self Assessment returns breaks the record once again
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has once again surpassed its record of completed tax returns with a huge 10.7 million customers submitting theirs before the 31 January deadline.
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