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January marks the most important tax deadline of the year for millions of individuals. The Self Assessment Deadline on 31 January 2026 applies to taxpayers filing returns for the tax year 6 April 2024 to 5 April 2025. This update explains who still needs to file, the risks of late submission, and what happens if the deadline is missed.

January is traditionally a month of financial reflection. After the festive period, many households begin the year carrying higher balances on credit cards, overdrafts, and short term borrowing. With everyday costs still elevated, January 2026 is an important moment to reassess household finances, regain control, and set realistic plans for the year ahead.

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax continues to move forward as HMRC prepares for the April 2026 rollout. November brings updated guidance and clearer information about eligibility and preparation. This MTD Update explains what the new guidance means and how individuals and businesses can get ready for digital reporting.

The Autumn Budget introduced new property based measures that will affect landlords, second home owners and property investors. Council tax premiums for empty homes will rise and local authorities will gain wider powers to charge higher rates on long term vacant properties. This update explains the changes and how landlords can prepare before the new rules start to take effect.

The Autumn Budget brought important updates to capital allowances. These changes will influence how companies invest and how they manage their Corporation Tax bills. Full expensing has been extended and the rules around first year allowances have been clarified. This update explains what these changes mean for small businesses and how to plan investment decisions before the year end.

November brings important updates to National Insurance. The Autumn Budget confirmed rate cuts for employees and the self employed along with changes to the structure of contributions. These adjustments have a direct impact on take home pay and business costs. This insight explains what the changes mean and how to prepare for them before the new rules take effect.

October marks the start of the final stretch before the Self Assessment deadline on 31 January 2026. HMRC has begun issuing reminders to taxpayers, and accountants across the UK are urging clients to start preparing now. Getting organised early can prevent last minute stress, reduce mistakes, and even improve cashflow planning. Whether you are a sole trader, landlord, or company director, this is the perfect time to gather your records and get your Self Assessment ready for s

October moves the UK closer to the Autumn Statement. Public finance data this month shows borrowing easing but debt still high. Attention now turns to how the government might shape tax and spending. This Autumn Statement Preview sets out four live themes that matter for households and small businesses and explains what to watch as November approaches.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) will transform how individuals and businesses manage their tax. From April 2026, sole traders and landlords with income over £50,000 must maintain digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC. September is the right time to prepare, with pilot schemes already underway and guidance now available for early registration.

September 2025 brings new insight into the UK’s Public Finances. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show how government borrowing and debt are tracking as ministers prepare for the Autumn Statement. With spending pressures still high and growth modest, fiscal discipline has become a defining theme for the final quarter of the year.