Estate agents have been hit with unannounced inspections as part of a week-long crackdown on money laundering in the property industry, HMRC has revealed.Officers visited 50 estate...
The deadline for submitting entries to this year’s Taxation Awards is 8 March. Have you submitted your entry? The awards can help you showcase your achievements over the...
On 19 February, financial secretary Mel Stride updated the House of Commons on HMRC’s progress on delivering Making Tax Digital for VAT. He said: ‘It has never been...
The government is seeking views on a proposed tax on plastic packaging. This follows the March 2018 consultation on how to use the tax system to tackle single-use plastic waste....
The Association of Accounting Technicians is urging accountants to acquaint themselves with the warning signs associated with money laundering and seek formal training if they have...
The UK has promised a new package of support aimed at improving the tax systems of developing countries, the Department for International Development said. The move is aimed at...
Film lossesThe general anti-abuse rule advisory panel has published its opinion on individuals claiming relief for film related losses and split sale of interest in partnerships....
Nearly two-thirds of businesses believe that tax digitalisation is a good idea but need more support with their plans ahead of MTD for VAT coming into force, according to research...
The Treasury and HMRC are consulting on the introduction of a stamp duty land tax surcharge on non-UK residents, including companies, trusts and partnerships, who buy residential...
The Law Society has published VAT guidance for solicitors highlighting the changes in civil and commercial co-operation that will occur if the UK leaves the EU without a withdrawal...
From 1 April the national living wage will rise from £7.83 to £8.21.The other changes are:the adult hourly rate for 21 to 24 year olds will increase from £7.38 to...
The Chartered Institute of Taxation is appealing to the government to consider simplifying the planned structures and buildings allowance (SBA).Announced by the chancellor in the...