09-May-2018
HMRC warns on tax refund scams
HMRC is calling on people to stay vigilant in the fight against fraudsters, who are using email and text messages to scam them out of their savings. The tax authority is currently processing tax refunds after the end of the 2017 to 2018 tax year. However, criminals are taking advantage of this by sending out […]
16-Mar-2018
HMRC levels the playing field by tackling online VAT fraud
Powers to ensure online sellers pay the right tax, and don’t leave law-abiding high street and online businesses at a disadvantage, have come into force. The internet has revolutionised the way people shop and helped many businesses to sell their products across the UK. Online marketplaces can help those who sell through their platforms to […]
24-Jan-2018
A staggering third of tax returns are outstanding a week before deadline
HM Revenue and Customs has today revealed that just over three million customers are yet to complete their 2016 to 2017 returns with just one week to go before the 31 January deadline. As of today, around eight million people have filed their Self Assessment return for 2016 to 2017. HMRC is reminding customers that if they […]
21-Dec-2017
Christmas opening hours
Our office will close at midday on December 22nd 2017 and will re-open on January 2nd 2018. We wish all our clients a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
04-Oct-2017
We’re looking for a trainee accountant
We have a full time vacancy in our practice for a trainee accountant. No experience is necessary but an enthusiasm for learning and an interest in finance is essential. A full study package will be provided. Our office is a busy, friendly office, based in the heart Southsea. As a general practice, the role will […]
22-Sep-2017
Peace of mind – Tax & VAT Enquiry Fee Protection Service
At Barter Durgan we understand that tax is a little word with big implications. That is why we work hard to give you the best possible advice and strategies to make tax altogether less taxing. A tax investigation could cost you money even if you’ve done nothing wrong. HMRC are using sophisticated software to target individuals. […]
13-Jul-2017
Ministers confirm a new timetable for Making Tax Digital
Three million of the smallest businesses and landlords will be able to move to the new digital system for keeping tax records at a pace that is right for them, Ministers announced today as they set out the next steps for the Finance Bill. The government has listened to concerns raised by parliamentarians, in particular […]
03-May-2017
Launch of new Childcare Choices website means parents now able to find available government support
Millions of parents can now pre-register for the government’s new childcare offers, with the launch of a new Childcare Choices government website. The introduction of the government’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme will begin on 28 April, for parents of the youngest children. It will be gradually rolled out over 2017 – cutting childcare costs for working […]
26-Jan-2017
HMRC releases most optimistic Self Assessment expense claims
Glamorous holidays abroad, luxury watches and Friday nights out feature in HMRC’s latest list of the most outlandish expenses which customers tried to claim back on their 2014-15 Self Assessment returns. With a week to go until the 31 January deadline, HMRC is releasing the strangest expenses to ensure other customers don’t make similar claims: […]
17-Jan-2017
“My tax return was on my yacht…which caught fire” is no excuse, says HMRC
Each year HMRC receives a number of unusual excuses from Self Assessment customers who didn’t complete their tax return on time. These include: “My tax return was on my yacht…which caught fire” “A wasp in my car caused me to have an accident and my tax return, which was inside, was destroyed” “My wife helps […]
