668,000 people in Yorkshire and The Humber filed their tax returns on time

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding customers in Yorkshire and The Humber to get ready to meet the Self Assessment deadline, after more than 668,000 filed their tax returns on time.

In Yorkshire and The Humber, 668,456 customers filed their returns for the tax year 2020 to 2021 by 31 January 2022.

The deadline to submit a tax return for the 2021 to 2022 tax year and pay any tax due is 31 January 2023. Customers do not need to wait until the new year to begin their tax return. Starting early means more time to access guidance and webinars to help complete the return and find out what tax they owe, so they can budget. 

Myrtle Lloyd, HMRC’s Director General for Customer Services, said: “There is still time to complete your tax return ahead of the deadline and there are videos and guidance available online to support you with your Self Assessment. Search ‘help with Self Assessment’ on GOV.UK to find out more.”

HMRC has produced guidance notes and YouTube videos to help customers understand how to complete their return quickly and easily.

The free and secure HMRC app can be used to make Self Assessment payments. Alternative payment options include:

• paying through PAYE tax code (subject to eligibility) 
• paying via online banking

Those who are unable to pay their tax bill in full can access support and advice on GOV.UK. HMRC may be able to help by arranging an affordable payment plan, known as Time to Pay. Customers should try to do this online; go to GOV.UK for more information. Alternatively, they can contact the helpline.

Customers who are unsure if they need to file a tax return can visit GOV.UK to check if they need to send a Self Assessment tax return. People completing a tax return are at increased risk of falling victim to scams. Check HMRC scams advice on GOV.UK.

HMRC Support

HMRC wants to help you get your tax right. Lots of information and support is available which includes:

• HMRC’s digital assistant, which will help you find information, and if you can’t find what you’re looking for you can ask to speak to an adviser. 
• Guidance notes and help sheets and YouTube videos provide a wealth of information if you’re stuck or confused. 
• Live webinars where you can ask questions or, if you can’t join, you can watch recorded webinars on demand. 
• HMRC app and Personal Tax Account, where you can instantly find your Unique Taxpayer Reference, make a Self Assessment payment, get your National Insurance number and get your employment income and history for your tax return.
• Technical support for HMRC online services for help signing into online services 
• Email updates – subscribe to HMRC email updates so you don’t miss out on the latest information on Self Assessment.
• Social media updates – follow HMRC Twitter @HMRCcustomers to get the latest updates on Self Assessment services and useful reminders. 
• If you need extra support to help your with Self Assessment you can contact a voluntary or community sector organisation who can provide you with help and advice, or you can get support directly from HMRC

To find out more about the available financial and business support, you can contact the Growth Hub directly either online or by calling Faye on our helpdesk for free on 0800 246 5045.