Official Statistics: Measuring tax gaps 2026

June 23, 2026 · WOWERI

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has published statistics on tax gaps. Measuring tax gaps is an important aspect of tax policy.

Introduction

Tax gaps refer to the difference between the tax that should be paid and the tax that is actually paid. Measuring tax gaps is an important aspect of tax policy, as it allows for the identification of areas where the tax system can be improved.

Tax Gap Statistics

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has published statistics on tax gaps in the UK. According to this statistics, the tax gap in the UK is around 5.5% of the total tax liability.

Importance of Measuring Tax Gaps

Measuring tax gaps is important for tax policy, as it allows for the identification of areas where the tax system can be improved. It also allows for the evaluation of the effectiveness of tax policy and the implementation of necessary changes.

Source: gov.uk