Kate Garraway secures new job with two-year contract after £700,000 HMRC bill

Kate Garraway has breathed a sigh of relief as she secures a new job with a two-year contract amid struggles to pay a £700k tax bill. The ITV Good Morning Britain and I'm A Celebrity star has faced HMRC struggles in the wake of her late husband Derek Draper's death.

The mum-of-two has now revealed she's signed new two-year deal with Smooth Radio and the deal means the fan-favourite will continue to presenter her popular show in the 10am to 1pm slot. In a video posted on Instagram, Kate could be seen in the studio as a member of the crew supposedly delivered her new contract for her to ink.

She could be heard curiously asking him: "How long for?" She then joked: "You fools, you fools!" Kate added: "That's really, really good, where do I sign? Sign it quickly before they take it back. You're stuck with me now for another two years, thank you for listening."

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Kate has called on a firm of specialists to help her cope with the fresh set of crippling fees, which came after she closed her late husband’s firm. Garraway has been forced to ask for help after being saddled with a £716,000 tax bill from Labour Party advisor Draper’s company.

Derek's psychotherapy company Astra Aspera Ltd was shut down with £184,096.96 of debt and its closure landed her with the £716,000 tax bill. A source close to Kate said: “It’s no secret that Kate has had a lot of financial burdens to deal with including Derek’s medical and care bills and the inevitable collapse of Derek’s company.

“Kate has wisely sought some help and is working with a team to help guide her through addressing all these debts as speedily as possible.” Hacker Young says of its expertise: "Unfortunately, disputes with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) do arise and appear to be increasing at an alarming rate.

"Often, the matter can be resolved relatively quickly. Where it can’t, we can advise you on the alternatives open to you and the merits and chances of success with each." It adds: "We will advise you, warts-and-all, bearing in mind that cost is an important factor for you.

"Should you need advice in deciding whether to seek a local reconsideration of HMRC’s decision or to lodge an appeal direct to the VAT & Duties Tribunal, we will be there to guide you and assist where needed."