Day: 7 July 2026

The Automated Vehicles (Marketing Restrictions) Regulations 2026 establish a list of prohibited terms that can only be used when marketing authorised automated vehicles. Businesses promoting or supplying road vehicles or vehicle equipment face criminal penalties if they use these restricted terms for non-authorised vehicles. The regulations implement controls under the Automated Vehicles Act 2024 to prevent misleading claims about vehicle automation capabilities.

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HMRC has published a comprehensive manual setting out how double taxation relief operates for UK taxpayers and businesses. The guide covers the underlying principles of relief and provides a complete list of all countries with which the UK maintains double taxation agreements. This resource serves as the definitive reference for understanding which jurisdictions are covered by these treaties and how relief can be claimed to avoid paying tax twice on the same income.

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Taxpayers managing trusts must use the IHT100d form to declare trust assets to HMRC on the tenth anniversary of the trust’s creation, when inheritance tax becomes due. This form captures details of all assets held within the trust at that significant milestone point. The submission ensures compliance with the periodic tax obligations triggered by the ten-year rule for trust taxation purposes.

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HMRC has published a special edition of its Agent Update guidance to prepare tax agents for submitting their clients’ initial quarterly updates under the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax regime. The guidance covers the practical requirements and processes agents need to follow when filing the first quarterly tax return. This resource is designed to help agents understand their obligations and ensure compliant submissions during the rollout of the new digital tax system.

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HMRC has published Excise Notice 554, which sets out the requirements for charging and collecting excise duty on fuel supplied for use in private pleasure boats and private aircraft. The notice clarifies the regulatory obligations for suppliers and operators of such vessels and aircraft regarding fuel excise duty compliance. This guidance applies to anyone involved in supplying or using fuel for recreational marine and aviation purposes in the UK.

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HMRC Excise Notice 192 sets out the requirements and procedures for the Registered Dealers in Controlled Oil (RDCO) scheme, which regulates businesses that trade in controlled oil products subject to excise duty. The scheme establishes rules for registration, record-keeping, reporting obligations and compliance for dealers handling these commodities. Businesses involved in the supply and distribution of controlled oils must understand their responsibilities under this framework to maintain valid registration and avoid penalties.

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This guidance clarifies how Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs calculates income tax on State Pension payments when recipients also receive other forms of income. The information covers the interaction between State Pension and additional earnings or pension income, helping individuals understand their overall tax liability. This applies to all State Pension recipients in the UK who exceed personal tax allowances through combined income sources.

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HMRC has released a toolkit designed to assist tax agents in preparing for the rollout of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. The resource provides practical guidance to help agents understand the requirements and prepare their systems and processes ahead of the change. The toolkit aims to ensure agents are ready to support their clients through the transition to the new digital tax reporting system.

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HMRC has published guidance outlining the current availability and any technical issues affecting the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings online service. The guidance enables taxpayers and agents to check whether the ATED service is operational before submitting returns or managing their tax obligations. This resource is intended to help users understand any disruptions that may impact their ability to access or use the platform during critical filing periods.

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HMRC Notice 263 sets out the process for operators to reclaim excise duty paid on fuel used during qualifying marine voyages. The relief applies to fuel consumed during eligible sea journeys, allowing operators to recover the duty component of their fuel costs. Businesses operating marine vessels should refer to this notice to understand eligibility criteria and the application procedures for claiming back the excise duty they have paid.

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