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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Albert Toth

HMRC to introduce new ‘penalty points’ system in 2026

HMRC is rolling out a new “penalty points” system this month that could land forgetful taxpayers with a £200 fine.

The new system. proposed by the tax authority in 2024, will first be tested on around 100 taxpayers, as part of the Making Tax Digital scheme.

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