Finances

HMRC (HM Revenue and Customs)

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HM Revenue and Customs — the UK government department responsible for collecting taxes and duties and administering tax credits and some benefits. In family cases, the court can order HMRC to disclose information to help locate a party who cannot be traced, and parties must disclose tax returns and assessments as part of updating disclosure.

In Plain English

The government office that handles taxes and benefits. The court may ask them for information to help find a missing person or to check someone's actual income.

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Published19 August 2026Last reviewed23 September 2026

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