UK consumer protection enforcement is tightening, with the CMA able to impose fines up to 10% of global turnover and the ASA utilizing AI for unlawful ad detection. New regulations on fake reviews began in 2025, and companies must ensure transparency in incentives. Late 2025 saw restrictions on advertising unhealthy foods, requiring compliant nutrient profiling.  UK consumer protection enforc... Read more

The UK government will mandate electronic invoicing for VAT invoices starting April 2029. The Tax Authority, collaborating with the Department for Business and Trade, is preparing a detailed roadmap outlining implementation stages and technical standards, with discussions involving businesses to shape the final system. The UK government has confirmed that electronic invoicing will become mandatory... Read more

UK businesses accepting cash payments of £10,000 or more must register as high-value dealers with HMRC. This includes linked payments and requires compliance with anti-money laundering supervision, along with registration updates and annual fee payments to maintain status. UK businesses that accept or make cash payments of £10,000 or more for goods must register with the Tax Authority... Read more

The UK government’s draft legislation proposes lowering the soft drinks levy sugar threshold from 5 to 4.5 grams per 100 millilitres, clarifying sugar calculation methods, and providing Tax Authorities power for detailed measurement rules; feedback is invited until September 2026. The UK government has published draft legislation proposing changes to the soft drinks industry levy as part of... Read more

The UK government has introduced new VAT rules for drinks sold under Deposit Return Schemes starting October 1, 2027. Businesses won’t account for VAT on deposits, simplifying accounting, while they must adjust systems for deposit handling. Three schemes will operate across regions. The UK government has announced new VAT accounting rules for drinks sold under the country’s upcoming Deposit... Read more

The UK government is consulting on extending VAT liability to online marketplaces for domestic sellers, addressing tax fraud and ensuring compliance. Current rules, established in 2021 for overseas sellers, may inadequately cover UK businesses, particularly in retail and food sectors. The UK government has launched a consultation on extending VAT liability for online marketplaces to tackle tax fra... Read more

The consultation addresses online marketplaces (OMPs) and UK businesses utilizing them, including takeaway food delivery. Additional views from private non-business sellers and consumers are invited to simplify VAT rules. The 8-week consultation runs from 23 June to 18 August 2026, led by HMRC and HMT. Responses, submitted via an online form or email, will influence policy, with a summary publishe... Read more

Fiscalization has transformed from a compliance tool reliant on hardware to dynamic, software-driven platforms linking businesses and tax authorities. The webinar was presented by Dušan Bučevac, Sales Manager at Fiscal Solutions, who covered crucial fiscalization milestones and explained how real-time data has reshaped compliance, transparency, and business decision-making. Read more

On 23 June 2026, the UK government announced Peppol will be the framework for mandatory B2B e-invoicing starting April 2029, with a phased introduction. Initially, there are no e-reporting obligations to HMRC, following a decentralised four-corner model. On 23 June 2026, the UK government confirmed that Peppol will serve as the interoperability framework for mandatory B2B e-invoicing from April 20... Read more

SAF-T is an OECD standard for electronic accounting data exchange, proposed for UK EPOS/MPOS systems. Benefits include accurate records, fraud prevention, and audit efficiency. Read more

Fiscalization has evolved significantly over the years, moving far beyond its original role as a pure compliance mechanism. What once relied on fiscal printers and hardware-based systems has gradually transformed into software-driven, real-time platforms that connect businesses, tax authorities, and data ecosystems in a much more dynamic way. In this webinar, we will explore how this transition... Read more

Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS) threatens tax revenue by manipulating digital sales data, leading to estimated losses of £450m/year. Proposed solutions include standardized EPOS systems and enhanced compliance measures to ensure accurate transaction records, protecting businesses and consumers while promoting fair competition. Read more

Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS) involves businesses manipulating digital sales records to reduce reported turnover and tax liabilities. A consultation from 23 June to 18 August 2026 seeks input on mandatory software standards for EPOS and MPOS systems to combat ESS. Businesses that alter digital sales records to conceal or lower transaction values in order to reduce their stated turnover and ta... Read more

Fiscalization has evolved significantly over the years, moving far beyond its original role as a pure compliance mechanism. What once relied on fiscal printers and hardware-based systems has gradually transformed into software-driven, real-time platforms that connect businesses, tax authorities, and data ecosystems in a much more dynamic way. In this webinar, we will explore how this transition... Read more

HMRC is reviewing a proposed modification requiring third-party certification for mechanically recycled plastic packaging to ensure compliance and prevent fraud. Deadline: August 10, 2026. A proposed modification to the plastic packaging tax regulations that would require third-party certification for packaging made of mechanically recycled plastic is being reviewed by HMRC. According to the gover... Read more