Extra HMRC funding recovered £45.7bn in 2024
Tax investigations raise 28% more than 2023.
Treasury losing revenue from spirit excise
Industry calls for tax reform to boost growth.
NI hike to raise employer costs by 60%
Businesses face tax and wage hikes from next tax year.
Employers to pay 60% more in NICs
Higher NICs and increased minimum wage add to rising costs.
HMRC launches R&D tax disclosure scheme
HMRC opens new scheme for excess R&D claims.