Making Tax Digital – Major tax reporting changes are coming – are you prepared?
From April 2026, thousands of sole traders, landlords and the self-employed will face new legal requirements for how they report and manage their tax.
If your income from self-employment or property exceeds £50,000, you will be legally required to:
Keep digital records–Submit quarterly updates to HMRC–Use approved software to stay compliant
What is Making Tax Digital and what does it mean for you?
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is the Government’s plan to overhaul the UK’s tax system by requiring more frequent, digital tax reporting.
The goal? Fewer errors, faster reporting, and improved transparency.
But for you, it means:
- New processes to adopt
- New software to choose and integrate
- More frequent deadlines to stay on top of
Want more information about MTD?
When will Making Tax Digital affect you?
Download our visual roadmap for a breakdown of dates, requirements, and actions to take.
These steps will replace the current annual Self-Assessment return and will become mandatory by law.
How can we help you?
You don’t need to handle this alone. Our expert team can:
- Confirm whether and when MTD applies to you
- Help you choose and set up compatible software
- Train you or your team in digital record-keeping
- Manage your quarterly submissions
- Assist with applying for exemptions if eligible
Don’t wait and run the risk of failing compliance.