This client came to us from the South of England and was referred to our firm by their existing accountants. The client ran a restaurant and was being investigated by HMRC???s VAT and direct taxes teams. At the time we … Continue reading
HMRC???s VAT Investigation unit will uncover all kinds of elaborate schemes to avoid paying tax. As a result of a high value VAT scam, a fraudster has to repay ??3.3 million which was stolen from the HMRC in tax. His … Continue reading
In the news there are lots of cases where companies have been investigated by the HMRC and found to be committing VAT or tax fraud. Some of these cases are more serious than others. Background: Tax Fraud One such case … Continue reading
A First Tier Tribunal heard an appeal in relation to default surcharges in relation to VAT Default Surcharges. Firstly the case would discuss whether a change of payment terms by a main customer was a reasonable excuse and secondly whether … Continue reading
Dance with Mr D Ltd attended a First Tier Tribunal after it was found that the business had not registered for VAT for a period of two years. The business specialises in theatrical productions on a global scale. When the … Continue reading
HMRC have recently increased the number of tax investigations to raise more funds. HMRC’s tax inspectors are looking at different sectors with a team of task forces to catch out people that have not paid their fair share of tax.