Self-assessment rule changes: will reforms go far enough?

The taxman may finally be understanding what it’s like to be self-employed following new chancellor John Healey’s maiden Autumn Budget.Amid announcements of tax hikes for landlords, first-time buyer housing schemes and business rates support, Healey’s debut fiscal update in October included a throwaway line announcing reform of the administration of self-assessment income tax from 2029.The revamp includes a much-needed pledge to overhaul the controversial payments on account system, which