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The Tax Track

ICAEW
HMRC
HM Revenue & Customs
Capital Gains Tax
Making Tax Digital
Inheritance Tax
Value Added Tax
Corporation Tax
Simple Assessments
Tax Gap
Agent Registration
Cryptoassets
Income Tax
Self-Assessment
Real-Time CGT Reporting
Digital Transformation
Finance Bill 2025-26
Capital Allowances
Business Rates
Pensions
Finance Act 2026

In this podcast series from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, experts from the Tax Faculty discuss the biggest tax stories of the month, with advice for professionals in the sector to keep their knowledge and skills sharp.

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Cuts to the capital gains tax (CGT) annual exempt amount have brought more individuals within scope of CGT. In this episode we explain how to avoid common errors made when applying the rules to disposals of cryptoassets. 

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In this episode, we consider the pain points for businesses in meeting their tax reporting obligations and we explore the causes and implications of tax complexity, including what the UK stands to gain from addressing it.  

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Close companies and their directors are in HMRC’s sights as it attempts to close the small business tax gap. In this episode, we look at the challenges posed by new information requirements for directors completing their self assessment tax return fo... more

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HMRC is stepping up its compliance activities when it comes to VAT. In this episode, we explain what businesses can do to prepare for a VAT enquiry and we explore how HMRC and the government could better support businesses in meeting their VAT obliga... more

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Recent Guests

Katherine Ford
Tax Technical Manager at ICAEW specializing in personal taxes.
ICAEW
Episode: CGT on cryptoassets and payrolling of benefits
Adelle Greenwood
Tax Technical Manager at ICAEW specializing in employment taxes.
ICAEW
Episode: CGT on cryptoassets and payrolling of benefits
Peter Jelfs
Professor from Brunel University of London
Brunel University London
Episode: Why tax complexity matters
Andy Richens
Formerly of the Office of Tax Simplification
Office of Tax Simplification (former)
Episode: Why tax complexity matters
Rob Janering
VAT partner at Crowe UK LLP
Crowe UK LLP
Episode: How to prepare for a VAT enquiry
Simon Atkins
VAT partner at RSM UK LLP
RSM UK LLP
Episode: How to prepare for a VAT enquiry
Richard Jones
Senior Technical Manager in the Institute's Tax Faculty
ICAEW
Episode: Making sure a tax return is correct and complete
Annis Lampard
Partner at Deloitte
Deloitte
Episode: Making sure a tax return is correct and complete
Craig Ogilvie
HMRC's Director of MTD and Opening Speaker at MTD Live
HMRC
Episode: MTD Live: are you (and HMRC) ready for MTD?

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Stephen Relf
Host of The Tax Track; Technical Manager for Tax at ICAEW (various spellings in records)

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • I won’t play !

    I’ve just tried to play the podcast on my iPhone and I’m being told that the episode cannot be played - same for all the ICAEW podcasts.

    I would have expected the Institute to have got this right !

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    SydBarhey
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guests bring strong practitioner perspectives that translate complex rules into practical advice.
Occasional tech- and software-readiness focus is valuable for practice management.
Some listeners report playback issues, which can hurt the experience when trying to access episodes.
Helpful and timely tax policy discussions, with clear explanations for practitioners.

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CGT on cryptoassets and payrolling of benefits
Q: But where should employers begin?
Employers should review the benefits they provide and how they currently report them, then examine internal timelines and data-gathering processes to prepare for the new requirements.
CGT on cryptoassets and payrolling of benefits
Q: First of all, how you go about identifying a disposal when it comes to CGT in crypto assets?
Selling tokens for money, swapping one token for another, using tokens to pay for goods or services, and giving tokens away can all count as disposals, except for gifts to a spouse or civil partner.
The inside track from HMRC
Q: How will the tax gap be affected by digitalisation and better data?
Digital tools and data sharing, including open banking, are expected to reduce errors and improve pre-population, helping close the tax gap by reducing evasion-related opportunities and improving record-keeping, while not automatically eradicating evasion itself.
The inside track from HMRC
Q: How does HMRC plan to handle the transition for agents and intermediaries in Making Tax Digital?
HMRC aims to deliver parity of service for agents and clients, reduce complexity, and ensure agents have access to the same functionality as their clients from the start where possible, while recognizing some elements will roll out gradually and require ongoing adjustment.
The inside track from HMRC
Q: What are the headline targets for HMRC's digital interactions and how close are they to being met?
The target is to reach 90% digital interactions, up from about 76% currently, with ongoing progress and a recognition that this won't be a simple one-to-one swap between phone and app. The trajectory is gradual and supported by strong growth in the HMRC app.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Tax Track

What is The Tax Track about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show regularly covers major UK tax developments with practical guidance for advisers and businesses. Recent episodes focus on VAT scrutiny, digital registration for tax advisers, ensuring accurate tax returns amid changing regimes, MTD readiness for income tax, Finance Bill nuances, and Budget policy evaluation. Guests bring practitioner, policy, and HMRC perspectives, often pairing technical analysis with actionable tips for firms and clients. The format blends regulatory updates with real-world implications, highlighting governance, software readiness, and the human side of compliance. It's likely to appeal to tax professionals seeking timely, policy-informed insights, practical workflows, and clarity on how changes impact client adv... more

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2. Adelle Greenwood
3. Peter Jelfs
4. Andy Richens
5. Rob Janering
6. Simon Atkins
7. Richard Jones
8. Annis Lampard

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