Thursday 4 December 2008

Revenue's imminent new powers

Tropical sunrise

A brave new world of HMRC powers approaches – but, based on current evidence, JOHN CASSIDY doubts the department can be relied on to use its extra muscle prudently and with common sense. The Revenue appears to think no further safeguards are necessary to protect taxpayers, even though some officers use their existing authority inappropriately.

SMEs and the PBR

FRANCESCA LAGERBERG is cautiously optimistic about Alistair Darling's changes

VAT

Remember how to deal with a change of rate? NEIL WARREN does

Administration

A summary of the Hardman Memorial Lecture given by JONATHAN SCHWARZ

Latest News

HMRC dismisses 3,400 job losses claim
93 Revenue offices to close...04 December 2008

Challenge to marketed service companies
HMRC concern over intermediary firms marketed for provision of services to clients...04 December 2008

Online PAYE reminder for big firms
Employers must register before April changes...04 December 2008

New fuel rates announced
For all company car journeys from 1 Jan...04 December 2008

Offshore review launched
Will be lead by former FSA boss...03 December 2008

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