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News about SEISS grants, the Finance Act — and a handy tax tip.

During the pandemic, employees required to work from home have been able to claim tax relief for additional costs, if these are not reimbursed by their employer.

As the economy starts to reopen, how flexible do employers have to be when it comes to time off for staff?

A few reminders for your diary through to August 2021.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has created more opportunities for fraudsters and scammers to attack businesses, taxpayers and savers. Online scams rose last year as criminals exploited COVID and the aftermath of Brexit, according to the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

Temporary change to the rules on carrying back trade losses was announced in Budget 2021. Unlocking such tax relief could be a considerable cashflow plus for businesses hit by the pandemic.

A quick round-up of business changes and a useful tax tip.

Furnished holiday lettings (FHLs) have their own tax treatment, reliant on a set of strict day-count rules. With the impact of COVID-19 on occupancy, business owners may need to take stock of the position.

Like the extension to the Stamp Duty Land Tax holiday to 30 June 2021 in England and Northern Ireland; the similar announcement in Wales, and absence of one in Scotland, some changes make headlines. But others escape the media spotlight.

Personal taxes, capital taxes, pensions. No dramatic announcements. But Chancellors can create considerable change through low-key tactics, and the Budget freeze for various rates and allowances until 5 April 2026 will impact many people. 

Thousands of families across the UK are missing out on the chance to save money on the costs of childcare, HMRC has revealed.

The end of the Brexit transition period ushered in a range of new trade rules and regulations applicable to businesses that trade with the EU. Firms need to follow new rules on exports, imports and tariffs. Here we outline the changes.