HMRC to waive fines for taxpayers who file late returns due to Covid

Millions of workers stand to benefit if they can show valid reason, including having to home school childrenPeople who file their tax returns late won’t face a fine this year, as long as they can show that the delay was due to coronavirus.In a show of forbearance that could offer relief to millions of workers, HM Revenue & Customs will take a lenient stance towards people who file after 31 January for Covid-related reasons. Continue reading... https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2021/jan/10/hmrc-wave-fines-taxpayers-file-late-returns-due-covid #tax_and_spending #coronavirus #hmrc #politics #uk_news #tax #rishi_sunak #money