Everything UK tradespeople need to know about Making Tax Digital — HMRC requirements, deadlines, and how to stay compliant.
MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment starts April 2026. If you run a plumbing business as a sole trader or landlord earning over £50,000, you need to be ready. Here is a plain-English guide covering what changes, what you need to do, and how to avoid penalties.
Electricians working under CIS or as self-employed sole traders face the same MTD for ITSA deadline: April 2026 for earnings over £50,000. This guide explains what digital records you must keep, how quarterly reporting works, and what tools actually make compliance painless.