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September’s Tax Newsletter is here!

What’s changing - and what do you need to know?

This month, we’re covering some important updates for businesses, employers, sole traders and landlords, including:

🚗 Benefits in Kind: Mandatory payrolling is coming in April 2027. Are you ready?

💻 Making Tax Digital: HMRC is beginning to automatically sign up taxpayers. Could you be affected?

🏠 Landlords: HMRC is using third-party information to check rental income. Is your tax return up to date?

⛽ Company cars: New HMRC advisory fuel rates take effect from 1 September.

📅 Plus, important tax dates for your diary so you can stay ahead of upcoming deadlines.

Read the full September newsletter on our website https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/september-2026-tax-newsletter and get the detail you need to stay informed.

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Whether you earn extra income from freelancing, online selling, content creation or other side work, HMRC is reminding taxpayers to check whether they need to declare it.

The key threshold is the £1,000 trading allowance. If your trading income exceeds this in a tax year, you may need to register for Self Assessment and report your earnings.

With HMRC receiving more information from online marketplaces and digital platforms than ever before, it's important to understand your tax obligations and keep accurate records from the start.

Not sure if your side hustle needs to be declared? We're here to help.

👉 Read the full article on our website:
https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/august-2026-tax-newsletter

For personalised advice, email [email protected] or call 01245 258 689 or 01621 734 890 to speak with one of our team.

HMRC has unveiled a wide-ranging package of consultations and policy proposals designed to make the UK tax system simpler, more digital and fairer.

Although many of the changes are still under consultation, they offer valuable insight into the future direction of tax policy and could affect businesses, employers and individual taxpayers in the years ahead.

Understanding what's on the horizon now can help you prepare with confidence.

👉 Read the full article on our website: https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/august-2026-tax-newsletter

If you'd like to discuss how future tax changes could affect you or your business, email [email protected] or call 01245 258 689 or 01621 734 890 to speak with one of our team.

HMRC has revealed its vision for the future of UK tax - and while most proposals aren't law yet, they offer a clear indication of what's ahead.

Key proposals include:
• More frequent tax payments for Self Assessment
• A move towards mandatory e-invoicing from 2029
• Simpler employee expense rules
• Further digital reporting and anti-fraud measures
• Potential changes to Capital Gains Tax relief and shareholder taxation

The message is clear: the future of tax is more digital, more real-time and more data-driven.

Now is a good time to review your bookkeeping, accounting software and tax planning so you're prepared for the changes ahead.

👉 Read the full article on our website:
https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/august-2026-tax-newsletter

If you'd like to discuss how these proposals could affect you or your business, email [email protected] or call 01245 258 689 or 01621 734 890 to speak with one of our team.

Don't let an important tax deadline catch you out.

From Corporation Tax and PAYE to CIS and Making Tax Digital reporting, August and September include several key dates that businesses and taxpayers need to keep on their radar.

Staying ahead of your deadlines can help you avoid unnecessary penalties and keep your finances running smoothly.

Save this post for future reference and share it with anyone who might find it useful.

Need help keeping on top of your tax obligations? Never miss a deadline with Viewpoint Accountants. Our friendly team is here to help you stay compliant and plan ahead.

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Our August Tax Newsletter is now live!

This month's edition is packed with the latest tax news, business updates and practical advice to help you stay informed and plan ahead.

Inside this month's newsletter:
📌 HMRC's major 2026 Tax Update – what it could mean for you
📌 Side hustle income: Does HMRC need to know?
📌 Future tax changes under the new Government – what's confirmed and what's still speculation?
📌 Plus, the latest tax news, expert insights and important tax dates for your diary.

Whether you're a business owner, landlord, freelancer or individual taxpayer, our monthly newsletter keeps you up to date with the changes that matter most.

👉 Read the full August Tax Newsletter:
https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/august-2026-tax-newsletter

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Have you updated your company car mileage rates?

If your business reimburses employees for business mileage in company cars, make sure you're using the latest advisory fuel rates. It's also worth noting that employees using their own cars can now claim 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles.

Read the full guidance:
https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/july-2026-tax-newsletter

Need help with mileage claims or payroll? Email [email protected] or call 01245 258 689 or 01621 734 890.

Public EV charging still subject to 20% VAT

A recent tribunal decision suggested public EV charging could qualify for the reduced 5% VAT rate – but HMRC has appealed and continues to apply the standard 20% rate.

If your business operates electric vehicles, it's worth understanding how this could affect costs.

Read the full update:
https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/july-2026-tax-newsletter

Questions about VAT or business expenses? Email [email protected] or call 01245 258 689 or 01621 734 890.

Can you trust AI with your tax questions?

The government's new AI chatbot can answer basic tax questions using official http://GOV.UK guidance, but it isn't designed for complex tax situations and, like any AI, it can sometimes get things wrong.

AI is a useful starting point – but it shouldn't replace professional advice when money is at stake.

Read more:
https://www.viewpointaccountants.co.uk/newsletters/july-2026-tax-newsletter

If you're unsure about any tax matter, email [email protected] or call 01245 258 689 or 01621 734 890.