Fraudsters are currently using emails and text messages to target individuals by promising them a tax rebate. HMRC has warned that many of the messages contain links to websites that steal personal information and individuals should not reply, click on any links or download any attachments.
HMRC is currently processing tax refunds for tax returns covering the 2017/18 tax year. If a genuine refund is due, a letter showing your tax calculation and details on how to get your refund will be sent by post between the months of June and October.
HMRC has asked for a record 20,750 websites to be taken down over the past 12 months. This was a 29% increase on the previous year. It says it has brought in technology to tackle cyber-crime but warned the public to be aware and report phishing attempts to phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.ik and questionable texts to 60599
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15/03/2019
Spring Statement 2019
Chancellor Philip Hammond's second Spring Statement was delivered against a backdrop of political turmoil, following the voting down of Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit withdrawal deal.
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11/03/2019
Tax Codes from April 2019
The government has published its latest version of leaflet P9X which sets out the tax codes to be used from 6 April 2019. The personal allowance has increased to £12,500 for 2018/19 and the emergency
04/03/2019
'Prepare to Leave the EU' Tool
A tool, 'Prepare your business for the UK leaving the EU' is available on the gov.uk website. It aims to help businesses prepare for the UK's exit by providing guidance relevant to them. Businesses need to
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