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By Sally Jones

20th March 2026

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: What It Means for Barristers (April 2026)

From 6 April 2026, the way self-employed barristers report their income will undergo a major transformation under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment (MTD for ITSA). This represents the biggest change to barristers’ tax compliance since the introduction of Self-Assessment in 1996/97, requiring digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions for those over certain income thresholds.

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By Richard Andrew

9th March 2026

Who is exempt from MTD for Income Tax?

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will be introduced for self-employed individuals and landlords from 6 April 2026.  

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By James Fraser

3rd March 2026

10 key tax changes from April 2026

The 2026/2027 tax year represents a significant shift in the UK’s fiscal landscape. While several of these measures were announced in previous Budgets, April 2026 marks the point of implementation for reforms affecting business succession, digital compliance, and increasing costs for businesses.

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By Richard Andrew

26th February 2026

Who is affected by Making Tax Digital for Income Tax?

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is being phased in from April 2026. It applies to sole traders and landlords, with start dates determined by their level of qualifying income.

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By Richard Andrew

22nd February 2026

MTD for Income Tax: Digital record keeping and compliance

From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment will change the way many businesses and landlords keep and submit their tax records. One of the key requirements is maintaining digital records.

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By Richard Andrew

16th February 2026

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: Pitfalls of registration

The Government’s phased introduction of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment begins in April 2026 and initially applies to self-employed individuals and landlords with an income of more than £50,000.

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By Richard Andrew

14th February 2026

Making Tax Digital software: What to use and why

From April 2026, qualifying sole traders and landlords must use HMRC-approved software to comply with Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax. It is therefore important to ensure you have the right software for your needs that is compatible with MTD.

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By Richard Andrew

12th February 2026

New reporting requirements for Making Tax Digital from April 2026

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax will change how millions of taxpayers report their income. If you are a sole trader or landlord, understanding the new quarterly reporting process and year-end requirements is essential, particularly if your qualifying income is over £50,000 and you will need to comply with MTD from 6 April 2026.

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By Keith Johnston

12th November 2025

Are you at risk of losing Inheritance Tax relief on your farm?

There are some restrictions and pitfalls in Inheritance Tax (IHT) legislation which can mean not all of the value of your farm will qualify for Agricultural Property Relief (APR).

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By Becky Fraser

26th March 2025

10 tax changes starting in April 2025

The Chancellor focused on spending cuts in the 2025 Spring Statement rather than raising taxes, but a string of previously announced changes to tax legislation are set to come into play from April.

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