Have your say on the proposed introduction of the new Online Sales Tax
HMRC is seeking consultation on its proposal to introduce an online sales tax (OST), which it believes could address imbalances between the taxation of the retail sector businesses operating wholly online compared to those operating in store specifically in relation to funding business rates reductions for those operating through physical outlets. It should be noted […]
Changes to the temporary VAT rate for tourism and hospitality – what happens next and how you can make a VAT saving
What is the reduced rate of VAT? Last year, the Government introduced a temporary reduced rate of VAT to supplies of catering, holiday accommodation and admission to attractions (see our blog post on VAT reduction for hospitality). The reduced rate of 5% therefore applies the tourism and hospitality sector with effect from 15th July 2020. […]
VAT Reduction for Hospitality: how does it actually work in practice?
In the Budget in early March, Rishi Sunak announced that the VAT rate cut, from 20% to 5%, introduced in July 2020, which saw certain businesses working within the hospitality sector benefiting, was to be extended for six more months. What does the 5% VAT reduction apply to? The temporary reduction applies to businesses who […]
Postponed Import VAT Accounting Scheme: how to access your import VAT statements
Since 1 January 2021, following the ending of the transition period, VAT is now payable on imports coming into the UK from anywhere in the world, including imports from the EU. There are a number of ways that payment of the import VAT can be managed by businesses. One option introduced by HMRC, which applies […]
Setting up your HMRC Business Tax Account
Every business should have access to an HMRC Business Tax Account whether the business operates as a sole trader, partnership or a limited company.