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The latest HMRC announcements, accounting software updates, and tax deadline reminders for UK businesses and sole traders.

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MTDHMRC & Tax 2 April 2026 6 min read

MTD for Income Tax: What Sole Traders and Landlords Must Do Before April 2026

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) becomes mandatory for sole traders and landlords with income over £50,000 from April 2026. Here's everything you need to do now.

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BudgetBudget & Policy 28 April 2026 5 min read

Spring Budget 2026: What It Means for Your Accounting Software Choice

The Spring Budget 2026 confirmed several changes affecting small businesses — from Corporation Tax rates to R&D relief. We break down the key announcements and how they affect your software needs.

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ComparisonSoftware News 20 April 2026 8 min read

Xero vs QuickBooks 2026: Which Is Better for UK Small Businesses?

We've updated our head-to-head comparison of Xero and QuickBooks Online for 2026, including the latest pricing changes, new MTD features, and which is better value for UK businesses.

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VATHMRC & Tax 12 April 2026 4 min read

VAT Registration Threshold 2026: What's Changed and When You Must Register

The VAT registration threshold remains at £90,000 for 2026/27. We explain who needs to register, how to choose MTD-compatible VAT software, and the penalties for late registration.

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