Rory Poulter

UK households owing more than £1,000 in Self Assessment tax and not covered largely by PAYE must make their second Payment on Account for 2025/26 by July 31. HMRC urges taxpayers to use its app for quick payments or set up instalment plans if needed. Early filing for the 2025/26 return is encouraged to help with budgeting, and Child Benefit data will soon auto-fill for around 300,000 people. New digital reporting requirements for higher‑earning sole traders and landlords begin with an August 7 quarterly submission deadline. HMRC also warns taxpayers to avoid scams impersonating the department.