HMRC

UK VAT Number Service Availability and Issues Update

HM Revenue & Customs has updated guidance on the availability of the Check a UK VAT number online service. The latest update from March 13, 2026, confirms potential service disruptions for new VAT registrations between March 16-20, 2026.

Construction Industry Scheme Administration Improvements

HM Revenue & Customs is simplifying the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) administration, effective April 6, 2026. Key changes include exempting payments to local authorities and requiring nil returns when no subcontractors are paid.

HMRC List of Recognised Payroll Software

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published a list of payroll software recognised for PAYE reporting. The guidance includes both free and paid-for options, with specific recommendations for businesses with fewer than 10 employees.

UK Offices for Community and Common Transit Procedures

HM Revenue & Customs has updated the list of UK offices for Community and Common Transit procedures. The latest update on March 13, 2026, includes new data fields, removes non-live ports, and provides updated contact details for traders and customs officers.

HMRC Guidance on Genuine Contact Methods to Avoid Scams

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has updated guidance on genuine contact methods to help individuals and businesses identify scams. The update clarifies that HMRC may use multiple communication channels, such as letters followed by emails or calls, and lists specific research contacts from IFF Research and Ipsos.

HMRC Call for Evidence on Business Systems Integration

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has opened a call for evidence to gather views on how business systems integration can simplify record-keeping for businesses. The consultation closes on June 4, 2026, and aims to identify practical steps for government and industry.

Consultation on Extending Uncertain Tax Treatment Regime

HM Revenue & Customs has launched a consultation proposing to extend the Uncertain Tax Treatment (UTT) regime. The proposal aims to capture more legal interpretation uncertainties across various taxes and apply to wealthy individuals and trusts with tax advantages over £5 million. The consultation closes on June 4, 2026.

VAT Import One Stop Shop Scheme: Screening Equality Impact Assessment

HM Revenue & Customs has published a Screening Equality Impact Assessment for the VAT Import One Stop Shop scheme for intermediaries. This assessment, published on March 12, 2026, details the consideration of equality impacts on groups with protected characteristics.

HMRC Directions on Electronic Communications for Tax

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published directions regarding the use of electronic communications for tax regulations, specifically for returns made via the Self Assessment Online service. These directions clarify the methods and requirements for submitting tax information electronically.

Company Tax Returns Consultation

HM Revenue & Customs has launched a consultation on modernising and standardising company tax returns. The consultation seeks feedback on proposed delivery timescales and enforcement mechanisms for prescribed content, format, and data tagging of Corporation Tax computations, as well as mandatory online filing of amendments. The consultation closes on June 2, 2026.