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Originally announced in the spring 2015 Budget, Making Tax Digital (“MTD”) will modernise the UK tax system through the use of digital data. This will make HMRC the most efficient tax authority in the world.
Digital Tax accounts will replace Income Tax Returns. This will affect millions of businesses and individuals. A digital tax account brings together each taxpayer’s details in one place, it will allow businesses and individuals to view their tax affairs in real-time and see how their tax liability is calculated.
| Date | Event |
| 31 January 2026 | Deadline to submit a Self Assessment tax return for 2024 to 2025 |
| 6 April 2026 | When you must start keeping records using MTD for Income Tax software |
| 7 August 2026 | Deadline to send your first quarterly update |
| 7 November 2026 | Deadline to send your second quarterly update |
| 31 January 2027 | Deadline to submit a Self Assessment tax return the usual way for 2025 to 2026 |
| 7 February 2027 | Deadline to send your third quarterly update |
| 7 May 2027 | Deadline to send your fourth quarterly update |
| 7 August 2027 | Deadline to send your first quarterly update for 2027 to 2028 |
| 7 November 2027 | Deadline to send your second quarterly update |
| 31 January 2028 | Deadline to submit your tax return straight from MTD for Income Tax software for 2026 to 2027 |
| 7 February 2028 | Deadline to send your third quarterly update |
| 7 May 2028 | Deadline to send your fourth quarterly update |
Yes, “Agent Access” will enable you to authorise us to access your digital tax account, allowing us to prepare and submit quarterly and annual reporting on your behalf.
The big change is that all businesses and certain individuals will be required to make quarterly submissions to HMRC. In order to achieve this your business records will need to be in a digital format. There are a number of options available to you and we are here to help you decide on the most appropriate solution for your business and you as an individual.
If you currently do no use any form of computer software to prepare your reporting, or you are unsure if your current software is sufficient, please contact us to discuss your options in more detail.
For any further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Phone: 01289 302463
Email: enquiries@jhgreenwood.co.uk
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From April 2026, many sole traders and landlords must keep digital records and submit quarterly updates to HMRC.
If your income from self-employment or property exceeds £50,000, the new rules are likely to apply to you.
Find out how Making Tax Digital could affect your business.