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IN BRIEF

Views on recent developments in tax.

In seeking a test that is predictable and easy to apply, HMRC will consider that the location of exchange tokens follows the jurisdiction of tax residence of the individual holder.

Something of a game changer?

The Scottish government will set out its draft Budget plans on 6 February – more than a month ahead of the UK Budget. This raises significant issues on the block grant and devolved taxes.

Changes have been made to the UK’s anti-money laundering rules.

Is a ‘digital newspaper’ a ‘newspaper’ and thus zero-rated for VAT purposes? 
The revised CEST tool is more comprehensive than before, but it does not provide a definitive answer in every case.

Review of the April 2020 changes to off-payroll working will need to move speedily, says CIOT

There are some important changes in the revised Bill.
HMRC is ‘less willing’ to offer plea bargains to UK taxpayers.
CGT and uncompleted contracts.
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