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Five separate social security benefit regulations have been amended under this 2026 instrument, affecting State Pension Credit, Housing Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance, and Universal Credit schemes. The amendments modify how income and capital are disregarded when calculating entitlement to these benefits. These changes update the treatment of financial resources across multiple welfare programmes administered under different regulatory frameworks.

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A new form has been made available by HMRC to enable individuals to request and obtain confirmation of their employment history using National Insurance records. The form is designed specifically for those who need documented evidence of their employment background to support compensation claims. This provides a formal channel for applicants to access verified employment data held within the National Insurance system.

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HMRC has published force of law notices and a reference document relating to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, which imposes a carbon price on imports of certain goods into the UK. The notices and supporting documentation provide guidance on how the mechanism operates and its legal status. This relates to the regulatory framework that applies to imported cement, iron and steel, aluminium, fertilisers, and electrical equipment subject to carbon pricing requirements.

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HMRC has issued guidance establishing consistent complaint handling procedures to be applied departmentwide. The standards aim to provide clarity on how the department will manage and respond to complaints from customers and stakeholders. This guidance sets out baseline requirements that all HMRC departments must follow when handling complaints.

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The Social Security (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2026 introduce changes to eleven existing pieces of social security legislation covering areas including benefit recovery, state pension credit, housing benefit, employment support allowance, universal credit, and personal independence payment. The amendments affect the regulatory framework governing how these benefits operate, their recovery procedures, and transitional provisions. This consolidated update streamlines requirements across multiple benefit schemes that interact with the social security system.

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A correction slip has been issued to amend how Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1793 applies to Wales. The regulation governs temporary increases in official controls and emergency measures for goods entering from specified third countries. This correction updates the Welsh provisions under the existing EU-derived legislation on import controls.

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HMRC has published guidance on the payment methods and processing timescales for General Betting Duty, Pool Betting Duty and Remote Gaming Duty. The guidance sets out how businesses in the betting and gaming sector should submit their duty payments and the expected timeframes for those payments to be received and processed by HMRC. This applies to operators of betting services, pool betting schemes and remote gaming platforms operating in the UK.

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HMRC is encouraging taxpayers to begin their Self Assessment submissions considerably in advance of the 31 January filing deadline. The revenue authority suggests that completing returns early can help avoid the stress and technical issues that typically arise during the final submission rush. This guidance applies to all individuals required to file Self Assessment tax returns in the UK.

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HMRC has released its monthly performance report for August 2026, measuring the department’s progress towards its key strategic goals during the 2026 to 2027 financial year. The update provides an overview of how the department performed in key areas including tax compliance, customs operations, and service delivery during this period. This report forms part of HMRC’s regular accountability framework to track institutional performance against stated objectives.

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HMRC has published guidance on the procedures for paying Insurance Premium Tax, covering the various payment methods available to taxpayers and the timeframes for funds to be received and processed by the authority. The guidance sets out how long payments take to reach HMRC depending on the method chosen, helping businesses plan their tax submissions accordingly. This information applies to all organisations liable to pay Insurance Premium Tax on relevant insurance policies.

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