Fifth of tax returns outstanding with days to go

Anyone filing their tax return late could face a fine of between £300 and £750

Nearly a fifth of Jersey tax returns are still outstanding with less than a week to go until the 31 July deadline to file them.

Revenue Jersey said it had received 55,000 tax returns out of an anticipated 67,000 - a shortfall of about 12,000 or 18%.

The deadline for paper returns passed in May, so anyone still due to file their return will need to do it online.

Richard Summersgill, comptroller of revenue, said people filing online for the first time should allow time to set up their account and verify their ID.

He said: "Verification delays can occur, so we urge taxpayers to act promptly and use the guidance available to avoid late filing penalties."

Anyone filing late could face a fine of between £300 and £750, depending on how late it is.

Revenue Jersey said islanders needing help completing their return could contact them or use the online resources on its website.