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Rights of way and right to roam - access rights of way, open access and permissive access land, use common lands, the Countryside Code, report problems.

• Overview

  You have the right to access some land for walking or certain other…

• Use public rights of way

  You can walk on all public rights of way. Some public rights of way are…

• Use your right to roam

  You can access some land across England without having to use paths - this…

• Access private land

  You may be able to access private land if the landowner has agreed to let…

How to account for VAT if your business allows goods and services to be used for temporary or permanent private use.

• Updated: 18 June 2018

What qualifies as ordinary commuting and private travel for tax purposes.

• Updated: 18 April 2024

Know when your premises could be inspected, the powers inspectors have, and enforcement notices and penalties you could receive for sites that kill animals.

• Updated: 5 June 2023

Find out if you can legally drive across common land or town and village greens to access your property.

• Updated: 14 October 2015

What personal possessions (chattels) you need to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on, how to work out your gain

Find out if you need to declare income from selling personal possessions, goods or services online, creating online content or renting out property using digital platforms.

• Updated: 13 February 2025

Tax and reporting rules for employers providing parking spaces

How to dispose of household waste legally. Check your council’s website for bin collection, bulky waste collection. What you must do if using private companies

As an owner or manager of land in the coastal margin, find out about your responsibilities and how to manage public access.

• Updated: 27 March 2015