Deadline looms for tax savings

December 31, 2008, is the last day of the tax year. For many tax reliefs and tax planning opportunities to be effective, you need to take action before that date; failure to do so means you will lose out.

December 31, 2008, is the last day of the tax year. For many tax reliefs and tax planning opportunities to be effective, you need to take action before that date; failure to do so means you will lose out.

Income tax

Charitable donations

If you are self-employed, you can obtain relief in respect of donations to approved bodies (for example, Sightsavers, Trocaire, Concern, Simon) by deducting the amount of the donation from your ...