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The latest Alcohol Bulletin from HMRC provides provisional figures on alcohol duty receipts through July 2026, alongside production and clearances data extending to June 2026. This accredited official statistics release offers traders and logistics professionals current information on alcohol sector activity and tax collection trends. The bulletin serves as a key reference point for monitoring compliance patterns and market movements in the alcohol supply chain.

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HMRC has released its transparency data for June 2026, detailing current staff numbers and associated employment costs across the department. This regular publication provides insight into the Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs workforce composition and spending. The data forms part of HMRC’s ongoing commitment to public accountability regarding departmental resource allocation and staffing levels.

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HMRC has announced a temporary reduction in VAT applying to children’s meals, event tickets, and family attractions from 25 June 2026 through 1 September 2026. This three-month scheme will lower VAT rates on qualifying items aimed at children and families during the summer period. Businesses providing these services should familiarise themselves with the eligibility criteria and compliance requirements detailed in the policy paper to ensure correct application of the reduced rate.

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HMRC has published updated Tax-Free Childcare statistics for June 2026, detailing the number of families and children holding active and utilised accounts alongside corresponding government top-up expenditure. The data encompasses regional breakdowns of account usage and provides specific figures for disabled children across different age categories. These statistics offer insights into scheme participation and uptake across the UK’s childcare support landscape.

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The Lifelong Learning (Student Support) (Amendment of Fees and Awards etc.) Regulations 2026 establish a revised funding framework for lifelong learning provision in England. The regulations adapt the existing Education (Student Support) Regulations 2011 to accommodate the new system. This change affects how student support and fees are managed for lifelong learning programmes across England. The regulations set out the modified approach to fees and awards under the updated funding arrangements.

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HMRC has published guidance regarding the availability and operational status of the online service used by traders to register and complete origin declarations required under the UK-India Free Trade Agreement. The guidance allows users to check whether the service is currently operational and to identify any technical issues that may be affecting access. Traders relying on this service to process their FTA-related origin documentation should monitor this guidance for real-time updates on service performance.

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HMRC has issued legally binding notices establishing the vaping products duty regime under the Finance Act 2026. The regulations introduce mandatory duty stamps for vaping products and set out production, stamping, and appeals procedures that businesses must follow. These notices have statutory force and apply to manufacturers and distributors of vaping products in the UK market.

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HMRC has produced a series of videos and webinars to help agents, sole traders and landlords understand the requirements of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. The resources provide guidance on how the new digital tax reporting system operates and what affected businesses need to do to comply. These educational materials are available to support individuals and businesses in preparing for the mandatory transition to digital tax records and submissions.

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HMRC’s Pension Schemes Services has published its latest newsletter providing stakeholders with updates on developments related to the public service pensions remedy. The newsletter covers current progress and relevant information affecting those involved in public service pension schemes. This regular publication keeps interested parties informed of changes and announcements within the remedy programme.

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Companies must register any new employment related securities schemes with HMRC before they are put into operation. The registration process involves notifying HMRC of the scheme details through the appropriate channels to ensure compliance with tax obligations. This applies to all businesses offering securities arrangements to employees, including share schemes and similar instruments. Failure to register schemes as required can result in compliance issues and potential penalties.

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