{"id":50332,"date":"2026-04-20T16:07:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T16:07:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/?post_type=knowledge&#038;p=50332"},"modified":"2026-04-21T15:31:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T15:31:16","slug":"mtd-is-live-vital-next-steps-for-the-self-employed","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/mtd-is-live-vital-next-steps-for-the-self-employed\/","title":{"rendered":"Making Tax Digital is live \u2013 vital next steps for the self-employed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax has officially arrived, and for many self-employed individuals and landlords, this marks a significant shift in how tax is managed and reported.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>If you\u2019re feeling unsure about what this means in practice, you\u2019re not alone. Moving from a once-a-year Self Assessment to more regular digital reporting is a big change but once you understand what\u2019s required, it becomes far more manageable.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Here, Mike Parkes from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getcoconut.com\/?utm_source=simplybusiness&amp;utm_medium=affiliate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">!Coconut<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gosimpletax.com\/?utm_medium=website&amp;utm_source=Simply+Business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">GoSimple Tax<\/a> explains what you should have done already, what happens next, and what to do if something goes wrong.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-at-a-glance\">At a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">build a routine and MTD should take the hassle out of your current tax return process<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">digital updates throughout the year gives you visibility of your likely tax bill&nbsp;\u2013 so no more end of year surprises <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">each update is a &#8216;snapshot&#8217; of your business income and expenses for that quarter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">HMRC won&#8217;t see individual receipts and transactions (but you still need to file these somewhere)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mtd-check-you-re-on-the-right-track\"><strong>MTD \u2013 check you\u2019re on the right track<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-mtd-check-you-re-on-the-right-track\">Keep reading to find out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#things-you-should-have-done-already\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#things-you-should-have-done-already\">3 things you should have done already<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#what-happens-next\" type=\"internal\" id=\"#what-happens-next\">what happens next<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#end-of-year-declaration\">what to do at the end of the tax year<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"#what-if-you-make-a-mistake\">what to do if you make a mistake<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"things-you-should-have-done-already\">3 t<strong>hings you should have done already<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that MTD is live, there are a few key steps you should already have in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-registering-with-hmrc\">1. Registering with HMRC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your income meets the MTD threshold, you should have signed up through HMRC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From April 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/making-tax-digital-for-income-tax\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"38240\">MTD for Income Tax<\/a> applies to individuals with gross incomeover \u00a350,000 from self-employment and\/or property. Those earning over \u00a330,000 are expected to follow from April 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MTD doesn\u2019t apply automatically, so you must register before you can start submitting updates. However you may get a letter from HMRC if the tax body thinks it will apply to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-choosing-compatible-software\"><strong>2. Choosing compatible software<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under MTD rules, keeping manual records (like spreadsheets alone) is no longer enough unless they\u2019re linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/find-software-that-works-with-making-tax-digital-for-income-tax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">compatible software<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need a digital solution that can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">record income and expenses&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">submit updates directly to HMRC&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">maintain digital links between records&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key requirement is that your records are fully digital and transferable without manual re-entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/best-small-business-accounting-software-uk\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"1262\">Best accounting software for small businesses \u2013 get MTD compliant<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-starting-to-keep-digital-records\">3. Starting to keep digital records<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should now be recording your business income and expenses digitally, in real time or as close to it as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">sales or income received&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">business expenses&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">dates and details for each transaction&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is simple: keep everything accurate and up to date throughout the year, rather than scrambling at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-happens-next\">What happens next? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019re set up, the focus shifts to maintaining your records and submitting quarterly updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keeping-your-records-organised\">Keeping your records organised<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll still need to categorise your income and expenses within your software to keep your records accurate and useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, it\u2019s important to understand that HMRC does not see this level of detail in your quarterly updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Categorisation helps you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">keep accurate totals&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">stay organised&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">make end-of-year adjustments easier&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But HMRC only receives summary figures, not a breakdown of individual categories or transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-submitting-your-first-quarterly-update\">Submitting your first quarterly update<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under MTD, instead of submitting one annual tax return, you\u2019ll send updates every quarter (every three months).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each update includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">total income for the period&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">total expenses for the period&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It\u2019s not a final tax calculation, just a snapshot of your position at that point in the year.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quarterly-deadlines-to-know\">Quarterly deadlines to know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most people will follow standard tax year quarters (but you can follow calendar year quarters):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tax quarters<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>HMRC deadline<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Update to include<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6 April to 5 July<\/td><td>7 August<\/td><td>Income and expenses for the three-month period<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6 July to 5 October <\/td><td>7 November<\/td><td>Income and expenses for the three-month period<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6 October to 5 January<\/td><td>7 February<\/td><td>Income and expenses for the three-month period<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6 January to 5 April <\/td><td>7 May<\/td><td>Income and expenses for the three-month period<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-\">This gives you just over a month after each quarter ends to submit your update.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-hmrc-will-see-and-what-it-won-t\">What HMRC will see (and what it won\u2019t)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding what\u2019s shared with HMRC can help ease concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>HMRC will see:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">total income for the quarter&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">total expenses for the quarter&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>HMRC won\u2019t see:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"nba-body-001\">\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">individual transactions&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">expense categories&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">receipts or invoices&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your submissions are high-level summaries but you must keep detailed records in case HMRC asks for them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"end-of-year-declaration\">What happens at the end of the year?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quarterly updates don\u2019t replace the need to finalise your tax position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the end of the tax year, you\u2019ll complete a <strong>final declaration<\/strong>, where you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">confirm your total income&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">make any accounting or tax adjustments&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">include other income sources&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those within MTD from April 2026, the deadline for this final declaration will be 31 January 2028.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-forget-your-2025-26-tax-return\">Don\u2019t forget your 2025-26 tax return<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll still need to submit a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/how-to-do-a-self-assessment-tax-return\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"24133\">Self Assessment tax return<\/a> for the 2025-26 tax year, due by 31 January 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means there\u2019s a transition period where both systems apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">2025-26 \u2013 traditional Self Assessment&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">2026-27 \u2013 first year of MTD reporting&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/is-making-tax-digital-replacing-self-assessment\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"47144\">Is MTD replacing Self Assessment?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-if-you-make-a-mistake\">What happens if you make a mistake?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mistakes are inevitable, especially when adapting to a new system. Fortunately, MTD is designed to make corrections straightforward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fixing-errors-in-your-records\">Fixing errors in your records<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you spot an issue such as missing income or an incorrect expense, you can correct it within your digital records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no need to resubmit everything or start again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-you-need-to-resubmit-a-quarterly-update\">Do you need to resubmit a quarterly update?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, you won&#8217;t need to resubmit a quarterly update. Instead you&#8217;ll just:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">update your records&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">make sure the correction is reflected in your next quarterly submission&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because updates are cumulative, corrections flow through automatically the next time you submit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">HMRC has relaxed some penalties for the first year of MTD. This means there are <strong>no late submission penalty points for missing quarterly updates in the&nbsp;2026 to 2027 tax year<\/strong>. However there are penalties for late payment. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-it-means-for-your-tax\">What it means for your tax<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each time you submit a quarterly update, you\u2019ll typically receive an estimated tax position based on the information provided so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This estimate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">gives you visibility of your likely tax bill&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">helps with budgeting throughout the year&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">may change as you update or correct your records&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to remember that this is only an estimate \u2013 your final tax liability is confirmed after your end-of-year declaration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-staying-on-track\">Staying on track<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest shift with MTD is moving from a once-a-year task to a more regular routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To stay on top of things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">keep your records updated regularly (weekly works well)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">review your income and expenses often&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">set reminders for quarterly deadlines&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By building these habits early, MTD becomes far less overwhelming and much easier to manage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MTD represents a significant change, but it\u2019s ultimately designed to improve accuracy and reduce last-minute stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve registered, chosen compatible tools, and started keeping digital records, you\u2019re already on the right track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From here, it\u2019s about consistency: keeping records up to date, submitting quarterly updates on time, and adjusting where needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-how-to-make-extra-money\">There may be a learning curve, but once you get into the rhythm, it becomes a natural part of running your business.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-guides-for-the-self-employed\">Guides for the self-employed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/self-assessment\/hmrc-penalties-for-self-assessment\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"1399\">HMRC penalties for Self Assessment<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/tax-year-dates\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"33010\">Don&#8217;t forget these tax dates in 2026<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/how-much-should-i-save-for-taxes\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"45595\">How much should I save for taxes? An accountant&#8217;s guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/side-hustle-tax\/\" type=\"knowledge\" id=\"1401\">Side hustle tax rules \u2013 do I pay tax for online selling?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"nba-upsell-001\" class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-94e519ba wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Ready to set up your cover?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">As one of the UK&#8217;s biggest <a href=\"\/business-insurance\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"5152\">business insurance<\/a> providers, we specialise in <a href=\"\/business-insurance\/public-liability-insurance\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"734\">public liability insurance<\/a> and protect more trades than anybody else. 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