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Online platform reporting: increased HMRC scrutiny
Digital platforms have become a normal route to market for individuals and businesses, with almost 4 million sellers using them in 2025.
Updating HMRC’s guidance on Real Estate Investment Trusts and the manuals more widely
The CIOT recently sent a letter to HMRC requesting an update to their guidance on Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT) in their Investment Funds Manual
Employee shareholder exits: capital or income?
There are many commercial reasons why an employer would want a departing employee shareholder to give up their shares.
The Income Tax (Construction Industry Scheme) (Amendment) Regulations 2026: CIOT comments
The CIOT responded to a technical consultation on draft regulations (The Income Tax (Construction Industry Scheme) (Amendment) Regulations 2026), which would exempt payments made to local authoriti
The case for a local visitor levy in England: CIOT response
Local powers versus increased complexity
The purpose of devolved powers is to allow local government to make decisions impacting their own area.
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: new resources
April marks a watershed moment for the tax profession: after a protracted lead-in, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is finally here.
Business rates reform
In our response, the CIOT welcomed HM Treasury’s Call for Evidence to inform the reform of business rates in England.
ATT and CIOT recommendations on tax support for entrepreneurs
The Call for Evidence (tinyurl.com/3vpuptzy) sought views on the success of venture capital schemes such as the Enterprise Investment Scheme and venture capital tr