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UK money changes and deadlines, newest first, each with a link to the official source.
How this page works
Each item links to the guide that explains it and to the official source. Upcoming deadlines sit alongside changes that have already happened, newest first. Older items stay here as an archive so you can see what changed and when. The five most recent appear on the home page.
Updated 5 October 2026.
2027
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Self Assessment deadline: 31 January 2027
Jan 2027. Online returns and any tax owed for 2025/26 are due by 31 January 2027, and late filing penalties start the next day. Read: Self Assessment deadlines. Source: GOV.UK.
2026
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Making Tax Digital: next quarterly update due 7 November
7 Nov 2026. If your qualifying income is over £50,000 you must now keep digital records and send quarterly updates. The threshold drops to £30,000 from April 2027 and £20,000 from April 2028. Read: Making Tax Digital explained. Source: GOV.UK.
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Last day to register for Self Assessment for 2025/26
5 Oct 2026. If you have not filed a return before and need to, today is the deadline to tell HMRC. The return itself is due by 31 January 2027. Read: Self Assessment deadlines. Source: GOV.UK.
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Warm Home Discount reopens this month
Oct 2026. Eligible households can get £150 off their electricity bill for winter 2026 to 2027. Most people are contacted automatically. Read: Warm Home Discount explained. Source: GOV.UK.
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Personal Independence Payment rates for 2026/27
Apr 2026. Daily living is £76.70 or £114.60 a week and mobility is £30.30 or £80.00 a week, depending on the award. Read: PIP explained. Source: GOV.UK.
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National Living Wage rises to £12.71 an hour
Apr 2026. For workers aged 21 and over. Younger workers and apprentices have lower rates. Read: Minimum wage rates. Source: GOV.UK.
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Statutory Sick Pay is £123.25 a week
Apr 2026. It is paid at £123.25 a week, or 80% of your normal earnings if that is lower, for up to 28 weeks. Read: Statutory Sick Pay explained. Source: GOV.UK.
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The two-child limit on Universal Credit has gone
Apr 2026. Families can now claim the child element for all eligible children. If you were affected before, check your claim. Read: Universal Credit explained. Source: Citizens Advice.