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HMRC has published official accredited statistics tracking the volume and value of property transactions completed across the UK on a monthly basis, covering deals valued at £40,000 and above. This statistical series provides regular data on completed property sales within this threshold, offering insights into transaction activity across the UK property market. The figures are compiled and released as part of HMRC’s official statistics programme to support analysis of property market trends and transaction patterns.

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HMRC has published the FAC-01 template for businesses that have received a statutory notice requiring them to report fees and commissions information. The template serves as the formal return format that must be used when submitting this data to HMRC in response to such notices. This guidance applies to any organisation subject to an FAC-01 statutory notice from HMRC.

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HMRC has published updated Tax-Free Childcare statistics for September 2026, detailing the number of families and children with active and utilised accounts alongside government top-up expenditure. The data includes breakdowns by region and account usage patterns, with specific metrics on accounts for disabled children categorised by age. This regular statistical release provides visibility on scheme participation and spending across the UK.

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Businesses holding consignor or consignee authorisations can now notify HMRC of new locations where they wish to commence or terminate transit movements. This allows traders to expand their operational sites covered under their existing transit authorisation without needing to apply for a separate approval. The process enables HMRC to maintain up-to-date records of all locations involved in transit operations for compliance and enforcement purposes.

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The UK Government has published its formal response to the Social Security Advisory Committee’s analysis examining how social security provisions affect the decisions young people make about education and career pathways at age 16. The report explored the relationship between welfare system design and the choices available to teenagers as they transition from compulsory education. This Government response indicates the administration’s position on the Committee’s findings and recommendations regarding social security policy in this area.

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HMRC has published its monthly transparency report detailing expenditure over £500 made through electronic purchasing card solutions for September 2026. This regular disclosure covers government spending activity and forms part of HMRC’s commitment to financial transparency. The data is available for public review and includes all qualifying transactions processed during the specified month.

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UK IPO, HMRC and Border Force have published a joint report documenting intellectual property rights enforcement actions taken at UK borders over the three-year period from 2021 to 2023. The report provides analysis of how UK authorities detected and handled infringing goods during import and export procedures, offering insight into the scale and nature of IP violations intercepted at the frontier. The findings are relevant to traders and logistics operators handling goods that may be subject to intellectual property protections.

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This Order establishes the framework for determining pay rates and employment conditions for school teachers in Wales, covering matters related to their professional responsibilities and working hours. The legislation sets out the rules governing teacher remuneration and conditions of service across Welsh schools.

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The Employer’s Liability (Compulsory Insurance) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026 modifies the existing 1999 Regulations to adjust which employers are exempt from mandatory employer liability insurance requirements in Northern Ireland. The amendments affect public bodies and employers already covered by compulsory motor insurance schemes where employees use motor vehicles as part of their work. These changes build on the exemptions already established in the 1972 Order governing employer liability insurance and defective equipment.

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The Argyll and Bute Council (Oban) Harbour Revision Order 2026 modernises the legal framework governing Oban harbour operations to reflect the current requirements of the harbour authority and its users. The revised order takes effect from its coming into force date, enabling the council to manage the harbour under updated legislation aligned with present-day needs and practices.

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