Marshmallow pies: a sticky case for VAT
The VAT treatment of food is a good example of how a simple, widely known tax rule is actually subject to considerable complexity and, consequently, much confusion.
The VAT treatment of food is a good example of how a simple, widely known tax rule is actually subject to considerable complexity and, consequently, much confusion.
From 1 April 2026, HMRC has enhanced enforcement powers designed to target advisers who intentionally facilitate tax losses. These are introduced by Finance Act 2026 ss 250-253 and Sch 22.
In ‘Demystifying partial exemption: getting VAT recovery right’ (March 2026, Tax Adviser), we explored the fundamentals of partial exemption – the process of determining how much VAT a business can
The seven professional bodies that produce Professional Conduct in relation to Taxation (PCRT) issued updated guidance on 19 January 2026, including new material on the ethical use of artificia
The introduction of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax from 6 April 2026 is often described as a broad reform affecting sole traders and landlords alike.
For many disabled people, and for those who support them, the ability to build up savings can be critical.
This article examines HMRC’s interpretation of when a UK property business commences and considers whether the statutory framework supports an alternative analysis.
There are many commercial reasons why an employer would want a departing employee shareholder to give up their shares.
How does the Dutch tax system achieve this? In large part, it reflects the differing attitudes in common law and civil law countries.