The trading allowance lets individuals earn up to £1,000 a year from self-employment, casual work, or “side hustles” without paying tax or reporting it to HMRC. If your trading income is below this threshold, it’s completely tax-free. If you earn more, you can either deduct your actual expenses or simply claim the £1,000 allowance—whichever is better for you.
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