Firms have been reminded by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) that the date for submitting their 2008-09 employer annual returns has passed but that they could still avoid late-filing penalties.
The deadline for submitting the returns (P14s and P35s) was 19 May.
However, employers need to act very quickly if they are not to face a penalty charge.
HMRC said that a penalty will be issued if they haven’t received and accepted a full return by 23.59 on Tuesday 26 May where a firm files online or when the post is opened on Wednesday 27 May where a firm files by paper.
HMRC also confirmed that businesses with fewer than 50 employees will still be entitled to a £75 tax-free payment if they submit their returns online, even though the deadline has now passed.
For employers with 50 or more employees, filing online is compulsory.
This material is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.
