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Register of Overseas Entities could impact SDLT receipts
Overseas entities owning property in the UK must now register on a new register of overseas entities (ROE) maintained by Companies House and will need to keep that…
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CGT window extended for divorcing couples
The government has published draft legislation which will give divorcing couples more time to transfer assets without incurring capital gains tax (CGT) charges. From 6 April 2023, married…
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Due distance – the new limb of due diligence
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the extent of Russian financial involvement and fund integration in the UK and Western Europe has been well publicised. Last week for…
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Are tax rules for crypto assets too complex?
Recent HMRC research highlights a lack of understanding from crypto asset investors in relation to tax rules. Most individuals involves in crypto assets aim to see an investment…
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‘No fault’ divorce – what are the tax implications?
There has been a significant alteration in divorce laws for England and Wales, with a ‘no fault’ divorce now permitting estranged couples to end their marriage without having…
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HMRC continues tax campaign on buy-to-let landlords
£17m was collected by HMRC from buy-to-let landlords in the last year, with the Treasury clamping down on the large amount of unpaid tax in the sector. Thousands…
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Spring Statement 2022 Summary
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has delivered his Spring Statement against a backdrop of rising fuel, energy and food costs. We’ve summarised the headline announcements below: Income tax is to…
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HMRC recovering £0 in nearly half of all tax investigations
During the 2020-21 financial year, 47% of investigations by the Treasury resulted in no money being retrieved, rising from 31% the previous year. HMRC investigations resulting in no…
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Tax and electric vehicles… charging points
We’ve previously discussed the tax perks for electric vehicles (EVs) more generally here, but what about installing EV charging points at your business premises? Installation costs Your business…