Due to a paperwork error, a client was assessed to VAT of £40,000, but this was subsequently repaid. The tax was paid by the client’s export agent, who then accepted a refund of only £8,000 in full and final settlement.
A business calculates that an error in its VAT calculations has resulted in an underpayment of £3,000. If this is paid by the business on its return for a subsequent VAT quarter does a penalty charge arise?