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The UK reporting rules for digital platforms requires Sitters to provide information to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) under certain conditions. Depending on the annual earnings that you may make from childcare bookings via the Sitters platform. We may

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Will you need my National Insurance number?Updated 6 months ago