- In Wales

Tax return deadline changes

There is a new deadline this year for people who need to fill in a tax return and want to do it on paper.

If you fill in your tax return on paper, you must send it back by 31 October. This is a change from last year when the deadline was 30 September.

If you choose to complete and file your return online, the deadline is 31 January.

If you don't stick to these deadlines, you will be charged a penalty.

Not all taxpayers need to fill in tax returns. Only tax payers who have more complicated tax affairs, or income from several sources, need to complete one. This includes self-employed people, higher rate taxpayers and company directors.

For more information about self-assessment and deadlines for your tax returns, go to the HMRC website at: www.hmrc.gov.uk.