Blog4th Jun 2024Understanding VAT on Food: Key Cases and InsightsVAT has been a continuance in the UK since the 1st April 1973. While many might have wondered at the time if it was an April Fools- the fact that it’s remained for the last 51 years states that it’s…By Maria McConnellView more
Blog23rd Apr 2024Potential VAT Refund Fraud – Are Your Bank Details Correct?We have been alerted to a number of cases where taxpayers’ bank account details have been amended without their knowledge. This fraud involves the submission of a letter or form VAT 484 purporting to be from the taxpayer requesting that…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog21st Dec 20232023 Business Unit Year In ReviewOxford recently released their word of the year for 2023 and it was “rizz”. If we had to pick a word for our year it would be ‘growth’. You might have heard us talk about our growth journey a time…View more
Blog17th Aug 2023VAT- A Guide For Sole TradersWhen many people think of VAT, they think of the extra charge on clothes, petrol and everyday items. However, those that are self-employed and/or run a business, may be required to get involved with VAT more than they would otherwise…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog16th Aug 2023Value Added Tax – a basic guide to the indirect tax for sole tradersWhen many people think of VAT, they think of the extra charge on clothes, petrol and everyday items. However, those that are self-employed and/or run a business, may be required to get involved with VAT more than they would otherwise…View more
Blog9th Aug 2023Alternative Dispute Resolution – Why it’s Good To TalkMany importers have found that being in dispute with HMRC can be a costly business. Where margins are tight and room for manoeuvre limited, the unexpected tax bill can make a business venture uneconomic. Where there is a risk of…By Jon HicksView more
Blog15th May 202350 Years Of VAT – It’s Been An Education!In this instalment of our reflection on the first half century of the “simple tax”, we look back at some of the policy decisions and case law that have shaped the current VAT landscape for education providers. As we look…By Laura MooreView more
Blog6th Feb 2023A Golden Anniversary for the “Simple Tax”1973 was a momentous year! Starting on a Monday, 1973 kicked off with a “Long Haired Lover from Liverpool.” In cinema, The Godfather won the Oscar for Best Picture. Whilst in politics, Roe v Wade was decided by the Supreme…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog8th Dec 2022Say hello to HMRC’s new VAT penalty & interest rulesThe current default surcharge regime for VAT has often come in for criticism, with the penalties applied being disproportionate to the length of delay. From 1st January 2023, a new VAT penalty regime will replace the outgoing default surcharge system.…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog14th Nov 2022VAT treatments to help manage your cashflowBusinesses are continuing to face uncertainty arising from tensions created by the global political and economic situation and the impact of the pandemic. These issues have the potential to impact significantly on your cashflow. For many businesses, VAT can have…By Alistair DuncanView more
Blog8th Sep 2022Customs Declaration Service (CDS) – are you ready? For the majority of the last 30 years, HM Revenue and Customs’ (HMRC) Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system has been at the forefront of customs declarations in the UK. However, in a two-stage approach, CHIEF will…By Seanna ForbesView more