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HMRC has published guidance enabling pension scheme administrators and operators to check the current availability of online services and identify any ongoing technical issues affecting their systems. The service status page allows users to monitor real-time updates on pension-related digital tools and access information about scheduled maintenance or service disruptions. This guidance assists organisations in planning their pension administration activities around any periods when online systems may be unavailable or operating with reduced functionality.

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HMRC has released guidance document CIS 340 to assist contractors and subcontractors operating within the Construction Industry Scheme. The guidance includes practical examples to help businesses understand their obligations and rights under the scheme. This resource is designed to support compliance with CIS regulations for those involved in construction sector operations.

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HMRC has published guidance enabling employers to check the current availability of the Employer PAYE service and identify any technical issues that may impact their ability to submit payroll information. This resource allows businesses to verify whether the service is operating normally or if disruptions are affecting functionality. Employers should consult this guidance when experiencing difficulties accessing or using the Employer PAYE system.

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HMRC has published guidance enabling businesses to check the operational status of the VAT Import One Stop Shop Scheme online service and identify any technical issues affecting its use. This resource allows importers and their representatives to monitor service availability in real time, ensuring they can plan their customs clearance activities accordingly. The guidance covers how to access status information and troubleshoot common problems with the IOSS platform.

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HMRC has published guidance enabling traders to check the current availability and any technical issues affecting the One Stop Shop Union online service, which handles VAT compliance for cross-border digital sales. The guidance provides a central point for users to monitor service status and identify any disruptions that may impact their OSS submissions and compliance obligations. Businesses relying on the OSS scheme can use this resource to stay informed about potential service outages before attempting to submit their tax returns or access account information.

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HMRC has published guidance detailing the operational status of Economic Crime Levy services and any technical issues that may be affecting taxpayer access. The resource allows businesses to check current service availability before submitting levy declarations or queries. Users should consult this guidance when experiencing problems with the Economic Crime Levy portal or submission systems.

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HMRC will publish its preliminary VAT gap estimate for the 2024 to 2025 tax year on Thursday 26 November 2025 at 3pm, following the Chancellor’s parliamentary statement. The VAT gap figures measure the difference between the VAT that should be collected and the VAT actually received by the revenue authority. These official statistics provide insights into VAT compliance levels across the UK economy.

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HMRC has published guidance for payroll agents regarding the current operational status of the E-PAYE for agents online service. The resource provides real-time information on service availability and alerts agents to any technical issues that may impact their ability to manage employer PAYE submissions. Agents should check this guidance regularly to ensure continuity of payroll processing and compliance with tax obligations.

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HMRC has published a policy paper outlining changes to simplify the capital goods scheme, which affects VAT registered businesses that claim VAT recovery on capital expenditure. The scheme allows businesses to adjust their VAT claims over time based on the actual use of capital assets in taxable activities. The simplification aims to reduce compliance complexity for businesses managing capital asset VAT treatment.

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HMRC has published guidance on the operational status of its Anti-Money Laundering online service, allowing users to check current availability and identify any active issues that may impact access. This resource enables compliance professionals and businesses reliant on the service to verify whether technical problems or scheduled maintenance are affecting their ability to submit filings or access required functionality. The guidance provides real-time information on service disruptions that may affect AML reporting obligations.

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