Basic taxation

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12. Self assessment - key dates

Penalties apply if you miss any of these payment deadlines!

• April 2008:
  Self assessment tax returns for the year ended April 6 2008 issued.
• July 31st 2008:
  Pay second instalment for year ended April 5 2007.
• September 30th 2008:
  File your return for the year ended April 5 2008 if you want HMRC to calculate your tax liability.
• October 5th 2008:
  Ask HMRC for a tax return if you owe tax for the year ended April 5 2008 but have not received a form.
• January 31st 2009:
  Final date to file your 2007-2008 tax return. This must include your own or your accountant's assessment. Pay any outstanding tax assessed for 2006-2007. Pay first instalment for 2007-2008.

1. Your tax breaks courtesy of the government 2. Keep it legal 3. Income tax - first principles 4. Income tax - keeping it in the family 5. Capital gains tax (CGT) 6. How to avoid CGT on your share portfolio 7. Inheritance tax (IHT) planning 8. The most popular tax efficient investments 9. The tax treatment of collective funds 10. Tax efficient but may be very risky 11. Self assessment - who needs it? 12. Self assessment - key dates 13. Do you need an adviser? 14. Conclusion