An intro to tax
Tax doesn’t have to put your head in a spin. The basics are straightforward and, once you’ve got the essentials sorted, everything else will soon start making sense.
Whether you’re new to tax, or just want a clearer picture, this is the place to start.
What you’ll find here
Who we are and what we do
An intro to HMRC and how we can help.
What is tax?
Getting started with the basics.
The most common types of tax
All you need to know.
What is National Insurance?
What it pays for and how you pay it.
What is a tax-free Personal Allowance?
How it works and how much you get.
There’s no rush and you don’t need to become a tax expert.
These pages will explain things in plain, jargon-free terms. Just take your time and explore them at your own pace in any order you like. And if something still isn’t clear, we’re here to help.