Making Tax Digital for Income Tax

Be prepared for 'Making Tax Digital for Income Tax':

From April 2026, digital tax reporting will become mandatory for thousands of self-employed individuals and landlords across the UK.

This event will show you how to stay compliant - and use technology to make it easier.

What you'll learn at this event:

Led by Robson Laidler and a special guest speaker from Xero, this FREE morning event will break down what Making Tax Digital (MTD) means in real terms - including who it applies to, what’s actually changing, and how to prepare with minimal stress.

You’ll hear from accounting and digital software specialists on how to meet HMRC’s new requirements, streamline your record keeping, and gain better financial visibility using tools like Xero and Hubdoc.

By the end of the event, you’ll have a clearer understanding of your obligations under MTD for Income Tax, the key dates to be aware of, and how adopting a digital-first approach can save you time, simplify reporting, and keep you on the right side of HMRC.

This event will help you:

• Understand the upcoming changes with MTD for Income Tax and who will be affected
• Learn how HMRC determines who falls within scope and what the compliance requirements involve
• Find out how to reduce admin and streamline tax reporting using cloud accounting tools like Xero and Hubdoc
• Get a realistic picture of how MTD could affect your tax timeline - and how to avoid being caught off guard

You'll also:

• Get clear on your obligations under the new rules

• Understand what you can do now to prepare - and how to get support
• See how simple digital processes can reduce stress and increase financial clarity

This event is free to attend. Teas, coffee and breakfast sandwiches will be provided.

Event speakers

Chris Race - Partner Consultant, Xero

Chris is a Partner Consultant at Xero, where he works with accountancy practices across the UK to enhance digital workflows and streamline manual processes.

With eight years of experience as an accountant in practice, most recently serving as Head of Client Strategy, Chris brings deep insight into the operational challenges and growth opportunities within modern firms.

His focus is on driving efficiency and unlocking internal capacity to help practices scale and succeed in a digital-first world.

In Chris’s session, he will demonstrate how Xero can support businesses in meeting MTD for Income Tax requirements with ease.

He’ll highlight best practices for using Hubdoc to automate data capture and explain how embracing a digital-first approach can provide greater financial clarity with minimal effort.

Jack Spoor - Business Advisor, Robson Laidler Accountants

Jack Spoor leads Robson Laidler's Business Advisory team, where he helps clients implement strategy and adapt to change - setting them up for growth and supporting owners in building stronger, more resilient businesses. With a strong background in audit, Jack brings a deep understanding of compliance and how to prepare for regulatory changes.

In Jack’s session, he will break down what MTD for Income Tax means in practice - covering who it applies to, how HMRC determines who is in scope, and what’s changing over the next few years. He’ll outline key dates, threshold updates, and offer a realistic picture of the administrative impact for businesses and individuals.

You’ll also gain insight into how MTD fits within HMRC’s wider digital strategy, what it could mean for the timing of tax payments, and crucially, how to prepare now for a smooth transition so you're not caught off guard when the new rules come into play.

Who this event is for:

This event is for sole traders and landlords who want to get ahead of the upcoming changes with Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.

If you’re unsure whether the rules apply in your situation, or want to make the switch to digital record keeping with confidence, this event is for you.

It’s also ideal for anyone who wants to reduce admin, stay compliant, and take control of their tax responsibilities before the new rules come into force.

You’ll benefit from attending if:

• You want to understand what MTD for Income Tax means and whether it affects you
• You’d like a clear picture of what HMRC expects and when
• You want to avoid last-minute stress and prepare early with expert support
• You’re looking for practical tips on using Xero, Hubdoc, and other digital tools
• You want to feel confident you're ticking all the right boxes before MTD becomes mandatory

Register your attendance:

We want to give you the tools, clarity, and confidence to manage Making Tax Digital without stress. Whether you’re already using accounting software or just starting out, you’ll leave this event better prepared for the fast-approaching changes.

Register your attendance for this FREE early morning event now via this Eventbrite page.