by | Aug 6, 2026 | Income Tax
Employees who use their own vehicle for business journeys may receive Mileage Allowance Payments (MAPs) from their employer. These payments can be made tax-free up to HMRC’s approved amount, calculated by multiplying business miles travelled by the relevant rate...
by | Aug 6, 2026 | Income Tax
Some self-employed individuals experience significant fluctuations in their profits from one year to the next. When this happens, HMRC’s averaging relief may help to regularise tax payments by levelling profits across more than one tax year. However, the relief...
by | Aug 6, 2026 | Income Tax
If you pay for replacing or repairing small tools you need for your job, you may be able to claim tax relief from HMRC. Eligible tools include items such as scissors, small hand tools and electric drills that are essential for carrying out your work and are not...
by | Jul 30, 2026 | Income Tax
Receiving money from a family member can be a welcome source of financial support, but many people are unsure whether they need to pay tax on it. In most cases, the person receiving a gift does not pay Income Tax on money given by family. However, the gift could have...
by | Jul 30, 2026 | Income Tax
With childcare costs continuing to rise, many working families could be missing out on valuable support through the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. The scheme helps eligible parents pay for registered childcare by providing a government top-up on their contributions. For...
by | Jul 20, 2026 | Income Tax
Many employees and business owners have welcomed higher earnings over the past few years. However, for a growing number of taxpayers, a larger salary does not necessarily mean significantly more money in their pocket. The reason is a process known as fiscal drag....
