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Bingo Firm Launches Tax Campaign29 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
Players and employees alike have teamed up to protest against a proposed increase in bingo tax.
Players and employees alike have teamed up to protest against a proposed increase in bingo tax.
IR35 Tax 'Should be Abolished'22 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
A contractors' group has called for the controversial IR35 tax regulation to be scrapped, after suggesting the rule could cost more to run than it makes.
A contractors' group has called for the controversial IR35 tax regulation to be scrapped, after suggesting the rule could cost more to run than it makes.
Committee Calls for Local Income Tax21 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
A committee of MPs believes a local income tax, paid alongside council tax, could help give more power to local authorities.
A committee of MPs believes a local income tax, paid alongside council tax, could help give more power to local authorities.
Tax Credits Causing 'Misery' for 2m Families19 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
As HMRC publishes its latest tax credits data, the Liberal Democrats criticise the 'overly complex' system.
As HMRC publishes its latest tax credits data, the Liberal Democrats criticise the 'overly complex' system.
Brits Work for Government 'For Third of 2009'12 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
New research from the Co-operative suggests that - when taking into account all taxes - Britons spend a third of the year working for the government.
New research from the Co-operative suggests that - when taking into account all taxes - Britons spend a third of the year working for the government.
Government Launches Tax Lessons for Children07 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
A series of materials have been made available online by the government, aimed at helping young people understand tax.
A series of materials have been made available online by the government, aimed at helping young people understand tax.
Obama Plans Tax Haven Crackdown06 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
The US president has announced changes to the law aimed at tackling tax evaders who use offshore accounts.
The US president has announced changes to the law aimed at tackling tax evaders who use offshore accounts.
People 'Should Plan for Inheritance Tax'01 May 2009 | by Michael Ross
Seeking financial advice on inheritance tax can lessen the burden when it needs to be paid, according to an expert.
Seeking financial advice on inheritance tax can lessen the burden when it needs to be paid, according to an expert.
Tax Credit Document Withdrawn After Mistake Found29 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
HMRC has had to withdraw a document explaining tax credit overpayments after an error was found.
HMRC has had to withdraw a document explaining tax credit overpayments after an error was found.
HMRC Increases Drive on Tax Evasion24 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Budget reveals new 'offshore disclosure opportunity' which will ask tax evaders to confess - or face the consequences.
Budget reveals new 'offshore disclosure opportunity' which will ask tax evaders to confess - or face the consequences.
Budget Hikes Taxes For Rich, Fuel and Tobacco Duty Raised22 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Chancellor announces new top tax rate of 50 percent to come into effect from next April, with fuel and luxuries also seeing an increase.
Chancellor announces new top tax rate of 50 percent to come into effect from next April, with fuel and luxuries also seeing an increase.
Tax Campaign Group Calls for 'Google Government'21 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
The Taxpayers' Alliance has called on Britain to follow the USA's lead and publish details of government spending on the internet.
The Taxpayers' Alliance has called on Britain to follow the USA's lead and publish details of government spending on the internet.
Tories Attacked on Marriage Tax Breaks14 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
The welfare secretary James Purnell will accuse the Tories of 'social engineering' as a response to their policy of tax incentives for married couples.
The welfare secretary James Purnell will accuse the Tories of 'social engineering' as a response to their policy of tax incentives for married couples.
Brown Issues Warning to Tax Havens14 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
The prime minister has given offshore tax havens a time limit by which they must meet international standards - or risk sanctions.
The prime minister has given offshore tax havens a time limit by which they must meet international standards - or risk sanctions.
New Tax Year Sees New Rules06 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
The beginning of the new tax year has seen a series of rule changes come into effect.
The beginning of the new tax year has seen a series of rule changes come into effect.
Savers 'Unaware of Tax-saving Options'01 Apr 2009 | by Michael Ross
Many British savers do not know that they can reduce tax payments on savings using products such as ISAs, a new survey finds.
Many British savers do not know that they can reduce tax payments on savings using products such as ISAs, a new survey finds.
Council Tax Rises 'To Hit Pensioners'27 Mar 2009 | by Michael Ross
The government has announced its lowest average council tax increases in 15 years, however Age Concern has said this may still place a strain on pensioners' finances.
The government has announced its lowest average council tax increases in 15 years, however Age Concern has said this may still place a strain on pensioners' finances.
Online Tax Bonus Announced26 Mar 2009 | by Michael Ross
Self-employed traders and small business owners can gain a £75 bonus for filing tax returns online as part of a new initiative from HMRC.
Self-employed traders and small business owners can gain a £75 bonus for filing tax returns online as part of a new initiative from HMRC.
Overpayment of Tax Credits at 'Dismaying' Level24 Mar 2009 | by Michael Ross
Far too many vulnerable families are receiving an overpayment of tax credits, meaning they have to repay £770 to the government on average.
Far too many vulnerable families are receiving an overpayment of tax credits, meaning they have to repay £770 to the government on average.
Inheritance Tax Cut 'Not High on Tory Agenda'23 Mar 2009 | by Michael Ross
The shadow business secretary has claimed that a reduction to inheritance tax is not a high priority for the Conservatives.
The shadow business secretary has claimed that a reduction to inheritance tax is not a high priority for the Conservatives.
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