HMRC has published guidance to help users check the current availability of the Shared Workspace online service and identify any technical issues that may be affecting access. This resource allows traders and customs agents to monitor service disruptions in real-time. The guidance provides information on where to find status updates and how to determine if problems are widespread or isolated to individual user accounts.
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The Valuation Office Agency has published guidance covering the calculation of basic loss and occupiers loss payments within its compulsory purchase and compensation technical manual. This material sets out the methodology and requirements for determining compensation owed to property owners and occupiers affected by compulsory purchase orders. The guidance applies to all parties involved in compulsory purchase proceedings who need to understand how these specific loss categories are calculated and awarded.
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HMRC has published guidance on how employers and pension scheme trustees can claim input tax relief on expenditure relating to funded pension schemes. The notice clarifies the VAT treatment of various costs associated with managing and operating pension arrangements, enabling businesses to understand their entitlements to recover VAT on eligible pension-related spending.
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HMRC has released guidance identifying commercial software suppliers that can be used to prepare and submit Self Assessment tax returns, supplementary pages and supporting attachments. The list helps taxpayers and agents locate compliant software solutions for meeting their Self Assessment filing obligations. This resource is intended to direct users towards software providers that meet HMRC’s technical standards and compatibility requirements.
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HMRC has published its performance report for the fourth quarter of the 2025 to 2026 financial year, covering January to March 2026. The report details how the department performed against its key strategic objectives during this period. The update provides stakeholders with visibility of HMRC’s operational achievements and progress towards departmental goals during the final quarter of the financial year.
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Owners and operators of pleasure craft are required to provide advance notification to UK authorities before sailing into or departing from UK waters, including comprehensive information about the vessel, crew, and cargo. The submission process involves filing a detailed voyage plan and allows for subsequent amendments or cancellations if circumstances change. This requirement applies to all leisure vessels crossing UK maritime borders.
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HMRC has published guidance on the process for cancelling a Gaming Duty registration. The information covers the circumstances under which businesses can request cancellation and the procedures that must be followed to complete the process. This applies to any organisation currently registered for Gaming Duty purposes. Businesses seeking to cancel their registration should follow the specific steps outlined in HMRC’s guidance.
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HMRC has released statutory guidance serving as the reference document for the UK’s most favoured nation tariff rates under The Customs Tariff (Establishment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020. The guidance details the tariff rates applicable to goods imported into the UK following its exit from the EU. This reference document enables customs professionals and traders to determine the correct tariff classification and duty rates for imported goods under the UK’s independent tariff schedule.
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HMRC has published guidance for users to check the current availability and technical status of the Intrastat IS2 online service. The resource allows traders and customs professionals to identify any ongoing issues or disruptions that may affect their ability to submit Intrastat declarations. This guidance helps businesses plan their submission schedules and understand service reliability for statistical reporting on goods movements within the EU.
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HMRC has published guidance on the current availability and any technical issues affecting the Simple Assessment payment plan service. This resource allows traders and businesses to check whether the service is operational and to identify any disruptions that may impact their ability to arrange payments. The guidance helps users determine if they can proceed with setting up or managing payment plans for Simple Assessment liabilities.
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