Petition · HM Treasury

Create a £5,000 tax-free allowance for online marketplace income

Open for signatures 219 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the UK Government to create a £5,000 annual tax-free allowance for income earned through online marketplaces and side hustles, including eBay, Vinted, Depop and similar platforms.
We want the UK Government to introduce a £5,000 annual tax-free allowance for income earned through online marketplaces. Many people use platforms such as eBay, Vinted, Depop and Etsy to supplement their income during a period of high living costs. We believe a £5,000 tax-free allowance would encourage entrepreneurship, help households manage rising costs and reduce administrative burdens for people earning modest additional income.

Timeline

1 Jul 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 219
Status Open for signatures
Department HM Treasury
Opened 1 Jul 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.