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Sainsbury’s expects challenging run-up to Christmas as households feel squeeze
Supermarket urges government not to ‘further aggravate’ pressure on costs for businesses in next week’s budgetSainsbury’s has warned of a “pretty challenging” market in the run-up to Christmas as households are “finding...
UK tech race at risk from ‘far too cautious’ government, warns watchdog
Britain risks falling behind in the global tech race unless the government takes greater risks backing British startups, the chairman of Parliament’s spending watchdog has warned. In a report published on Wednesday, the...
Blick Rothenberg names five new partners amid 66 promotions
Audit and tax firm expands leadership team across mobility, growth, outsourcing and private client practice
UK mid-market overseas revenues rise 6% to £190bn
Mid-market firms generate 40% of private sector revenue and provide one in three private sector jobs
VAT and business: principles, practical implications and lessons from recent case law
This webinar will explore one of the most important concepts in VAT, business and economic activity, and examines its practical implications through recent case law.
ICAEW launches independent commission to review UK tax system
Former treasury minister Mark Hoban will chair the Future of Tax Commission to review the system before 2029
How to tackle PAYE in your small business
By Ben Lobel on Small Business UK - Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs The rules and red tape around hiring staff for the first time can be daunting for any small business owner, so read our guide on how t...
DAO 08/26 Use of private finance models
‘Dear Accounting Officer’ letters provide advice on accountability, regularity, propriety, value for money and annual accounting exercises.
Simplifying UK VAT: is the Tour Operators Margin Scheme fit for purpose?
The UK’s Tour Operators Margin Scheme (TOMS) was designed as a simplification measure. However, the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU), evolving business models and recent court decisions have raised questions about...
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VAT Establishment Pitfalls: Lessons from HMRC Practice and Case Law
When does a business really have a VAT establishment and why does it matter?
VAT on single and multiple supplies
This webinar outlines the circumstances under which supplies can be classified as either single or multiple supplies for VAT purposes.
The final chapter in the Hotel La Tour VAT saga
The Supreme Court judgment in the Hotel La Tour saga confirms long-standing principles of VAT recovery on share sales, explains Ed Saltmarsh.
ViDA: Extension of a single place of VAT registration across the EU
This webinar recording provides an update on the ViDA proposals focusing on the extension of a single place of VAT registration across the EU.
ViDA: Updated EU VAT rules for passenger transport and short-term accommodation platforms
This webinar will provide an update on the EU’s VAT in the Digital Age new rules with a focus on the proposal to update the VAT rules for passenger transport and short-term accommodation platforms.
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