Additional support for tax returns announced

The government has announced more support for those still yet to submit their tax returns.

Ahead of the deadline this Sunday, October 6, officials have set up an out-of-hours telephone service from 1pm to 5pm the day before on Saturday, October 5.

Those who miss the deadline for returns for the year ending April 5 2019 face being hit with a £100 fine and a further £200 penalty if it's not received by April 6 next year.

Anyone needing to get in touch on the helpline should ring 685 400 during normal office hours Monday-Friday, or between the stated hours this Saturday for out-of-hours.