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Making Tax Digital for Accountants

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How MTD Changes Accountant-Client Relationships

Under MTD for Income Tax, clients must submit quarterly updates regardless of whether they use an accountant. This creates new advisory and administrative touchpoints throughout the year. Practices that help clients set up systems correctly from the start will reduce errors and client queries at year end.

What Accountants Need to Know About MTD Deadlines

Clients affected from April 2026 face their first quarterly update deadline of 7 August 2026. Practices with a large number of sole trader and landlord clients should review their client base now to identify who will be affected in each phase and prioritise onboarding.

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