Here's a 'tax' you can avoid paying

The Fisherman hears rumours that Uncle Gordon plans to increase the £100 penalty for sending in a tax return after the 31 January deadline. Whispers abound that the penalty may be increased to as much as £250. Flaming cheek. Bad enough that the system is now so complex that completing the return is almost beyond the ability of a general practice accountant, there is also to be a hefty fine for late submission.

Gordon Brown is looking for money in every nook and cranny. He dare not raise taxes right now (leadership election, see?), so he has fallen back on his sneaky ways. This rumoured increase is nothing but a tax.This time though, we have a choice whether or not we pay.

Don't give the taxman any more money than you have to.
Start preparing your tax return now.