Tax evasion costs more than the entire health budget in each of 67 countries, according to new research published by the Tax Justice Network.
KPMG has noted that only 13% of respondents in a survey of large businesses operating in the UK said the 50% rate of income tax was proving a barrier to attracting senior talent, compared to 80% who anticipated difficulty when asked in 2009.
HMRC is seeking 1,300 employers to join its PAYE Real Time Information pilot next July.
With the third anniversary of the creation of the Tax Chamber of the First-tier Tribunal fast approaching, Judge Colin Bishopp reviews what has been achieved and what may be done in the future.
John Endacott highlights key developments in the private client tax arena.
Lawyers acting for a group seeking to challenge a settlement reached between HMRC and Goldman Sachs have told the department that its ‘ongoing delay’ in dealing with the claim is ‘unacceptable’.
Saffron Tax Partners LLP announced the acquisition of Kleinwort Benson’s private client tax compliance business. The Kleinwort Benson team will be integrated into Saffron’s City-based team.
HMRC has issued a ‘final warning’ to 2,500 health professionals that if they do not come forward within 21 days HMRC will ‘make a determination’ or refer them for possible criminal investigation, the Chartered Institute of Taxation said.
The 'final' version of HMRC’s guidance on the Bank Levy has been published.