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New two-tier mileage rates for electric vehicles
Business TaxThe amount that employers can reimburse staff for business travel in company cars changes from 1 September 2025. What are the new rates, and why is this update different to previous ones?
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Tax trap when renting to relatives
Personal TaxYour cousin is in financial difficulties and has nowhere to live. One of the properties you let is vacant and you’ve offered it to him as a temporary home. You’ll only charge him a minimal rent. How might this negatively affect your tax position?
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Late payment interest to be cut
Business Tax, Personal TaxA cut to the Bank of England base rate means there will be another reduction in HMRC's penalty interest rates. What are the new charges and when will they take effect?
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Opt out of winter fuel payments by 15 September
Personal TaxHMRC has issued new guidance on the winter fuel payments. What do you need to know?
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Change to IHT on pensions proposals
Personal TaxHMRC has published a policy statement announcing an important change to its plans to include pension savings in an individual's estate for inheritance tax (IHT) purposes. What’s the full story?
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Class 2 NI problems to continue beyond summer
Personal TaxThe problems with incorrectly charged Class 2 NI have been widely reported. HMRC has just released an update, and it’s bad news for affected individuals. What’s the full story?