Topics: Food, Drink

  • New Vaping Products Duty comes into effect

    A new excise duty on vaping products has come into force in the UK today (1 October 2026) to reduce the affordability and appeal of vaping, especially to young people and non-smokers.

    HMRC graphic about Vaping Products Duty with three vaping devices.

  • One month until Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme start

    With Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme starting on 1 October 2026, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding businesses across the vaping supply chain, including retailers and wholesalers, to prepare for the changes. The new excise duty of £2.20 per 10ml on vaping products, whether they contain nicotine or not, will come into force alongside tobacco duty increases.

    Businesses across the vaping supply chain need to prepare for the Vaping Products Duty & Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme

  • Millions of families in line for Child Benefit rate increase

    More than 6.9 million families claiming Child Benefit will see an increase in payments from next week Using the HMRC app is quickest and easiest way to claim Child Benefit and manage payments Thousands of new parents are missing out on payments by delaying their claim
    Millions of families claiming Child Benefit will see an increase in their payments from next week, as HM Revenue and Customs (

    A parent holding a young child in a bright home setting, with HM Revenue & Customs branding visible.
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