Month: September 2026

The Valuation Office Agency has released section 3 of its Rating Manual, which provides technical instructions for maintaining the rating list of non-domestic business properties. This manual section establishes procedures and standards that VOA staff follow when updating and managing property valuations for rating purposes. The guidance ensures consistency in how business property assessments are recorded and revised within the national rating list system.

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The Valuation Office Agency has published technical guidance on transitional relief provisions for non-domestic property rating. This manual section outlines how transitional arrangements apply to changes in business property valuations. The guidance clarifies the relief mechanisms available to ratepayers when property assessments are adjusted. This forms part of the VOA’s comprehensive technical reference for rating valuers and property professionals.

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HMRC has introduced form CVF1 to enable parents and carers to verify child information for childcare service purposes. The form streamlines the verification process required to access childcare-related support schemes. Businesses and individuals involved in providing or claiming childcare services should ensure they use the correct form for compliance with childcare service requirements.

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HMRC’s Excise Notice 184A outlines how businesses can obtain relief from excise duty on mineral oil through the Industrial Relief Scheme, commonly referred to as the Tied Oils Scheme. The scheme allows eligible organisations to access duty exemptions when mineral oil is used for specific purposes rather than as fuel. Businesses seeking to claim this relief must follow HMRC’s guidance on qualifying uses and application procedures.

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HMRC has introduced a formal compensation claim process for users affected by technical failures preventing access to Tax-Free Childcare or free childcare for working parents schemes. The form enables eligible families to submit claims when service interruptions have caused them to lose access to these childcare support programmes. Affected individuals can now apply for compensation through this dedicated route if they have experienced qualifying technical issues.

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HMRC has made available detailed statistical data covering the taxes and benefits it administers. The published information provides insight into the volume and nature of tax collection and benefit distribution activities across the UK. These statistics serve as a reference point for understanding HMRC’s operational scope and the scale of tax and welfare administration.

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HMRC has published the Administrative Burdens Advisory Board’s annual report summarising responses from its online survey designed to gather input from small businesses on tax compliance and service improvements. The ‘Tell ABAB’ survey collects feedback to help HMRC identify and reduce unnecessary administrative requirements affecting smaller firms. The report outlines key areas where businesses have reported challenges and informs HMRC’s priorities for enhancing support and streamlining processes over the coming year.

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Businesses can now search the official HMRC register to find approved customs agents and express operators who are authorised to assist with import and export declarations. The searchable register allows importers and exporters to identify qualified professionals to handle their customs compliance requirements. This service enables companies to locate and engage licensed representatives with the appropriate credentials to manage their cross-border trade documentation and regulatory obligations.

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HMRC has released official accredited statistics providing a comprehensive summary of tax receipts, National Insurance contributions, and expenditure across the UK. These statistics cover HM Revenue and Customs’ revenue collection activities and represent verified data recognised for their quality and reliability. The figures enable businesses and organisations in the logistics and customs sector to understand the broader tax and NIC landscape affecting UK trade and operations.

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HMRC has published guidance enabling users to check the current operational status of the payrolling benefits and expenses online service. The resource provides real-time information about service availability and details any technical issues or disruptions that may affect users. This guidance applies to employers and payroll professionals who rely on the service to report and manage employee benefits and expenses through HMRC’s digital platforms.

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