Tax

Budget 2021: what will it include?
With the first 2021 Budget on the way, we take a look at what Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak might have in store.

Is coronavirus a valid excuse for missing the tax return deadline?
Find out what HMRC deems to be a 'reasonable excuse' for missing the self-assessment tax return deadline, which is still 31 January 2021.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: last chance to apply for December payments
Find out about the rules for the extended Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS)

A quarter of self-employed workers plan to delay their January 2021 tax payment
Find out your options for paying your self-assessment tax return if your finances have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

Government makes £125 working from home tax relief easier to access: can you claim?
Those who have been told to work from home could be eligible to claim tax relief for extra costs such as work equipment and utility bills.

Tax returns take a combined 19 million hours to complete – have you started yours yet?
Find out how long the average self-assessment tax return takes to complete plus test your tax knowledge with our quiz.

Self-employed income support scheme: applications for the third grant open
We explain the grants on offer from the UK's self-employed income support scheme (SEISS) and the other help available if you're self-employed.

Revealed: how many people did their tax return at Christmas
More than 30,000 people submitted their tax return to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) over the Christmas period, with 2,700 choosing to file on Christmas Day.

Five ways to pay off your 2019-20 self-assessment tax bill
Which? explains your options for settling the tax you owe from income earned during 2019-20, plus what penalties you could face if your payment is late.

Why you should file your self-assessment tax return early this year
Find out why submitting your self-assessment tax return early could be beneficial to receiving government help, avoiding fines and improving your stress levels