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HMRC sets expectations for AI in tax software
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- 29 Jan 2026
HMRC has published guidance for developers on what good use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) looks like in commercial software products that help users to submit tax returns or other information to HMRC.
Extend inheritance tax payment deadline to 12 months, says Lords
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- 29 Jan 2026
The House of Lords has urged the government to extend the deadline for paying inheritance tax (IHT) on pensions assets and for estates with qualifying agricultural and business assets from six months to 12 months.
Additional business rates support announced for pubs
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- 28 Jan 2026
The government estimates that the average pub in England will save £1,650 in business rates in 2026-27 as a result of measures announced on 27 January 2026.
Tax news in brief 27 January 2026
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- 27 Jan 2026
Highlights from the broader tax news for the week ending 27 January 2026, including: how to make correct use of the agent dedicated line; and guidance from HMRC on the CT600 and the new 40% first year allowance (FYA).
Managing tax risks for practices and businesses
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- 26 Jan 2026
A new report from Accountancy Europe highlights the challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and their advisers, in complying with their tax obligations. It also provides practical guidance on how to manage tax risk.
Tax code changes for employment expenses and gift aid relief
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- 23 Jan 2026
From April 2026, employment expenses and gift aid will be removed from the tax codes of some taxpayers where HMRC’s data shows that they are unlikely to be accurate or relevant.
Welsh businesses to get more support for non-domestic rates
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- 22 Jan 2026
Businesses in Wales that see their non-domestic rates bills rise by more than £300 from April 2026 due to the revaluation may benefit from a new transitional relief scheme in 2026-27 and 2027-28.
How will the new duty on electric cars work?
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- 20 Jan 2026
From April 2028, drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will pay a new levy. ICAEW’s Tax Faculty explains how it is expected to work and asks for your help in responding to the government’s consultation on the design of the levy.
Tax news in brief 20 January 2026
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- 20 Jan 2026
Highlights from the broader tax news for the week ending 20 January 2026, including: more correspondence from HMRC on Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax; and updated guidance from HMRC on the remittance basis.
Professional Conduct in Relation to Taxation bodies publish guidance on using AI in tax
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- 19 Jan 2026
The seven Professional Conduct in Relation to Taxation (PCRT) bodies and associations, including ICAEW, have published guidance to help members apply the PCRT fundamental principles when using AI tools in tax work.
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