Major change to Child Benefit rules will cut HMRC tax hassle for parents

Major change to Child Benefit rules will cut HMRC tax hassle for parentsThere's now a much simpler option for dealing with tax charges on Child BenefitView Image New payment methods for a tax on Child Benefit will make life easier for parents (Image: PA)A major change to Child Benefit rules will cut through HMRC red tape for parents. ‌The amount that needs to be repaid can simply be added to the regular deductions from your salary instead of requiring you to complete self-assessment tax return forms. It applies to employed people who do not need to file a self-assessment tax return for any other reason. This process then enables the tax charge to be paid through the PAYE system for income tax. This tells your employer (or pension provider) to increase the level of income tax they need to deduct so it includes the Child Benefit charge as well.