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HMRC is writing to taxpayers who made a provisional claim for business asset rollover relief in their self assessment tax return for 2022/23 and are yet to replace it with a final claim.

As thermometers hit new highs for June in the UK, the temperature has been rising in the ongoing battle between artificial intelligence and cyber security. Our monthly roundup explores the latest developments, incidents and more.

An ambitious health startup launched in partnership with David Beckham, supplements brand IM8 is harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to achieve dynamic growth. ICAEW Insights talks to CFO Stephen Lo about how.

Highlights from the broader tax news for the week ending 26 May 2026, including the introduction of an income tax exemption for kinship allowances.

The King’s Speech featured proposed legislation on late payments and regulatory reform in an agenda that prioritised national security above all else.

Making tax digital (MTD) for income tax is being phased in from April 2026. ICAEW's Tax Faculty outlines the requirements and how the system works.

SMEs are currently under enormous pressure from multiple sources, but savvy businesses can ease the pain.

For SMEs falling outside the scope of audit exemption – either because their annual turnover, assets or number of employers are above the threshold – the process of undergoing an audit can be daunting. Find out how to effectively prepare to ensure it goes as efficiently as possible.

A new regime allowing HMRC to impose significant penalties on tax advisers who engage in sanctionable conduct is now in force. ICAEW explains the emerging views of what is sanctionable conduct.

The taxpayer or their agent should notify HMRC by phone or webchat where the taxpayer is within Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax from April 2026 but all of their sources of income for MTD income tax ceased before that date.

Energy markets are set to suffer the biggest immediate impact from the Iran conflict, but effects on travel and tourism sectors will be longer lasting, according to an ICAEW economic update.

While it may be tempting to shift payment terms to preserve working capital, the fallout could be more damaging to business stability. Find out what practical steps finance teams can take to improve relationships with suppliers during economic uncertainty.

Taxpayers asked to update provisional and rounded tax return figures

The obligation to report non-tax advantaged employment related securities (ERS) data for short-term business visitors (STBV) has been removed where no UK income tax or national insurance contributions (NIC) would be due.

With the student loans system attracting attention, ICAEW’s Tax Faculty explains the scale of student debt, the different types of student loan plan and how repayments are calculated and made.

HMRC has published a policy paper explaining the key features of the new loan charge settlement opportunity and how it intends to engage with taxpayers who are affected by the outcome of the loan charge review.

As uptake of artificial intelligence increases, firms are reconsidering their recruitment practices. What does this mean for the role of the mergers and acquisitions professional?

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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.

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