What counts as a ‘reasonable excuse’?
Published on: 12/11/2025
Missed a tax deadline? HMRC may cancel penalties if you have a ‘reasonable excuse’. Learn what counts, what doesn’t, and how to appeal an HMRC penalty effectively.
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Missed a tax deadline? HMRC may cancel penalties if you have a ‘reasonable excuse’. Learn what counts, what doesn’t, and how to appeal an HMRC penalty effectively.

Owe tax to HMRC? Learn how they recover unpaid taxes—from reminders and coding notices to debt collectors, direct bank recovery, and court action. Stay informed and act early.