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HMRC warn of email scam
HMRC have issued a warning about possible fake or ‘phishing’ emails sent out by fraudsters.
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HMRC’s Basic PAYE Tools update
HMRC have released a new version of the Basic PAYE Tools which reflect the Budget 2012 changes.
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Enterprise research centre
The government has announced proposals to introduce a new independent Enterprise Research Centre which will look at investment strategy for SMEs.
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Tax credits renewal deadline
Tax credits are state benefits which are generally available to lower income families.
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P11D Errors
The forms P11D, and where appropriate P9D, which report benefits and expenses for both employees and directors for the year ended 5 April 2012, are due for submission to HMRC by 6 July 2012.
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HMRC Bereavement Service
HMRC have created a new dedicated telephone helpline and address for individuals who have suffered a bereavement and who need to contact them about PAYE and self assessment matters relating to bereavement.
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Small donations to charities
It has been confirmed in the Queen’s Speech that charities will be able to claim top-up payments on up to £5,000 of small donations without needing to obtain Gift Aid declarations.
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HMRC issue guidance on IR35
HMRC have released guidance setting out their risk-based approach to checking compliance with IR35.
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