At one time or another most of us are faced with dealing with the death of a loved one. This can be devastating on an emotional level while there are still lots of practical things that need to be done. We give some guidance here that should help you deal with their pension affairs, and we point you...
People might be paid cash in hand for work they have done – sometimes legitimately, sometimes not. If you have been paid in this way and now your work has dried up, you might still be able to claim some welfare support. ...
As the government response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing on a frequent basis, some of this information may have changed. Please also read our main guidance on the Self-employed Income Support Scheme (SEISS).Now that the Self-Emp...
The Prime Minister has announced that anyone who cannot work from home, for instance those in the construction or manufacturing sectors, should now be encouraged to go to work where possible. Here we help workers understand what this might mean for pay, tax and benefits. ...
HMRC have confirmed in official guidance that they will allow the impact of the coronavirus pandemic to be considered in tax penalty appeals. It can also be taken into account if appeals are made late. HMRC will cancel some penalties for failing to meet a tax obligation if you have a ‘reasonable ...
The coronavirus pandemic has meant that some jobs have stopped in their tracks, while other industries need extra staff. If you take on an extra job, especially if it is only temporary, your PAYE tax deductions can get in a muddle. The first thing to say is that how PAYE works can be confusing at...