At Paragon Skills we are passionate about apprenticeships and the value that they bring to both the apprentice and the business in which the apprentice is working. We are one of the largest care specialist apprenticeship providers in the UK and we have over 20 years’ of experience in delivering award-winning training. Candour Conversations looks at the industry as a whole and addresses industry-specific news, advancements and concerns whilst highlighting the benefits of the modern apprentice ...
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Navigate the complexities of the tax world with RPC’s Taxing Matters podcast. This is a monthly podcast series designed for professionals and business leaders seeking insights into the often-complex world of tax. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a business owner, or just curious about tax, our podcast brings you expert insights into the ever-changing tax landscape. Join our podcast host and Senior Associate in RPC's Tax Disputes team, Alexis Armitage, alongside monthly special guests, ...
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Spotlight 63: HMRC shines a light on property business arrangements involving hybrid partnerships
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In this episode, Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in our Tax Disputes team, is joined by Simon Howley and Amanda Perrotton from Bell Howley Perrotton LLP. They discuss HMRC's Spotlight 63, which focuses on property business arrangements involving hybrid partnerships, which have recently come to the attention of HMRC. …
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Exploring tax from an ESG perspective with the Fair Tax Foundation
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In this month's episode, Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in our Tax Disputes team, is joined by Paul Monaghan, Chief Executive and co-founder of the Fair Tax Foundation to discuss the growing interest in tax from an ESG perspective, and the work of the Fair Tax Foundation. In this special episode for Fair Tax Week, A…
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The latest on the loan charge scandal with Matt Hall from Armadillo
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In this episode, Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in our Tax Disputes team, is joined by Chartered Tax Adviser, Matt Hall from Armadillo to discuss the latest on what is often referred to as the "loan charge scandal". This episode considers the loan charge controversy, including: The background to the introduction of …
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Changes to non-domiciliary rules with Philip Simpson KC and Ben Symons
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In this episode, Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in our Tax Disputes team, is joined by Philip Simpson KC and Ben Symons from Old Square Tax Chambers to discuss the Government's Spring Budget and, in particular, the proposed changes that will affect non-UK domiciled individuals. This episode covers the major changes …
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International Women's Day special – Inspiring inclusion with Tax Titan Trio
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To celebrate International Women's Day 2024, we have produced a special episode of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast in which we discuss this year's campaign theme #InspireInclusion and what it means to each of our guest speakers. RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in RPC's Tax Disputes team, Alexis Armitage is joined by three inspirational …
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A whistle-stop tour of the taxation of international sports and rock stars with Patrick Way KC
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In this episode, RPC's Taxing Matters Host and Senior Associate in RPC's Tax Disputes team, Alexis Armitage, will be discussing the taxation of international sports and rock stars with leading silk, Patrick Way KC. Patrick is one of the founders of Field Court Tax Chambers. He has successfully represented clients at all levels of the UK court syste…
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Accounting for Care with Levy Pledges with Andy Ross - Caroola Group
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This podcast, hosted by Lee I'Anson on behalf of Paragon Skills, dives into the world of the care industry, exploring its various facets and challenges. One of the key themes explored in the podcast is the role of apprenticeships in fostering a skilled and dedicated workforce within the sector. The episode you're interested in, featuring Andy Ross,…
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Exploring the World of AI with Olivia Dhein
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In this episode we discuss the hot topic of artificial intelligence. We will consider what is AI, what is a large language model and how does it work, what can AI do and not do at the moment as well as some of the potential effects AI might have in the tax world. We also take a look at the recent Tax Tribunal decision in Harber v HMRC [2023] UKFTT …
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Tackling "Tax avoidance" this Christmas season with Sam Brodsky
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As the cost of living crisis bites more than ever this year, in this special Christmas episode of RPC's Taxing Matters, we bring you some Christmas cheer by way of a light-hearted discussion of some of the potential ways you may be able to reduce your tax bill. In addition, we'll also have a quick look at Santa's tax position in the run up to Chris…
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A Day in the life of a tax adviser with Jeremy Johnson
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In this episode of Taxing Matters, we are joined by Jeremy Johnson, managing director of inTAX Limited. Jeremy helps clients to manage and resolve HMRC enquiries, and disclosures. Prior to joining inTAX six years ago, Jeremy worked in the tax disputes and investigations team at PwC and Grant Thornton, and before that was an inspector of taxes at HM…
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Why now is the right time to get to grips with your money with Ruth Handcock and Ali Poulton
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In this episode of Taxing Matters, we discuss the hot topic of financial health, wellbeing and confidence. We are currently experiencing a challenging economic climate and any guidance on this important topic is very welcome. To talk us through this subject and provide some practical guidance we are delighted to be joined by Ruth Handock, who is th…
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Sanctions Spotlight Session with Alice Kemp
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In this episode of Taxing Matters, we are handing over the podcast baton and introducing our new host Alexis Armitage, who is a Senior Associate in RPC's Tax Disputes Team. We couldn’t think of any better way to say our final goodbyes to the fabulous Alice other than by putting her in the hot seat to discuss the topic of the moment, sanctions. Alic…
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How Workforce Data is Improving Care Homes with Will Fenton and Mark Moulding
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Data is essential for improving the quality of care in care homes. It can be used to track residents' health and wellbeing, identify areas for improvement, and plan and deliver personalised care. The Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) is a free online data collection service that covers the adult social care workforce in England. The se…
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Let's talk VAT security notices with Joshua Carey
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One of the things that becomes clear over the course of one's career is that enforcement trends are important for businesses to be aware of. It is important to notice, not just the macro trends like sanctions compliance and fraud enforcement, but also smaller trends; campaigns against particular tax risks and the relegation of certain information g…
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The power of language when talking about tax with Kirstie Skates
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Have you ever wondered about the language we use when we talk about tax? And does that language influence or betray how we feel about tax as individuals or as a society? It turns out it is a hot topic of discussion. In this episode of Taxing Matters, we are delighted to be joined by Kirstie Skates, founder of “Illume Linguistics”. Illume Linguistic…
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Supporting mental health in the workplace with Mark Topps
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Promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises mental health is essential for the well-being and productivity of employees in the care workplace. Today I am joined by Mark Topps. Mark is an award-winning social care leader who has spent over seventeen years working within the industry having gained experience in various role…
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Wealth Tax & Wealth Inequality with Dr Ben Tippet
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As questions of economic resource allocation push to the forefront of the national consciousness there has been a rise in the number of people calling for either new taxes or wholesale tax reform. This has been mirrored by the increase in lobby groups such as Patriotic Millionaires UK a lobby group of high net worth and ultra-high net worth individ…
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Shifting Negative Attitudes Towards Dementia with Cheryl Baird
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Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive disorders affecting the brain, including Alzheimer’s disease. Today I am joined by Cheryl Baird, Director of Quality and Care at Orchard Homes. Cheryl has 28 years experience in health and Social Care and has worked as a registered nurse in both the NHS and social care. Cheryl oversees care qu…
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Women in Tax Network: Connecting Professionals
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We all know the benefits which networking and creating a supportive space in which to learn and ask questions can bring to our individual practices. Today we want to highlight one of the award-winning networks which is helping to develop networking opportunities within tax together with the benefits it can bring as highlighted by two of its amazing…
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The Importance of Vision, Values and Culture in Care with Lucy Buxton
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Vision, values and culture are all essential components of a healthy workplace. A clear vision provides direction and purpose to employees, guiding their efforts towards a shared goal. Values define the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide decision-making and behaviour in the workplace, establishing a moral compass for employees. Today I a…
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For international women's day we have produced a special episode of our Taxing Matters podcast, in which we discuss macro trends in ESG and gender diversity at work, the meso-level changes within organisations and the micro changes on a personal level talking through trends in ESG. Did we lose momentum during Covid? Do we still have the emphasis in…
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Unravelling the differences between the UK & US tax systems
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Whilst different tax systems try to reach similar outcomes, they often achieve that via different routes and by applying different methodologies, but what do you need to bear in mind when considering UK and US cross-border matters? In this episode of Taxing Matters, we are joined by Alex Jones and Graeme Privett, who share their insights and views …
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Ageing Population's Impact on Health and Social Care with George Appleton
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The population of England and Wales has continued to age, with Census 2021 results confirming there are more people than ever before in older age groups. Over 11 million people – 18.6% of the total population – were aged 65 years or older, compared with 16.4% at the time of the previous census in 2011. There are many challenges that come with an ag…
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Taking the witness stand can be challenging and nerve-wracking; more persuasive evidence is likely to be given when a witness has properly prepared for the occasion. In this episode of Taxing Matters, we demystify witness familiarisation and what is permitted by the tax tribunals and the courts with Dr Penny Cooper. Dr Penny Cooper is a barrister w…
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Recruiting Young Talent with Conor Cotton
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As every business leader knows, the future of any company lies with its people. Investing in school leavers and early career talent can pay dividends long-term, but how can recruiters tap into the potential of the next generation of workers? Not Going To Uni is the UK's leading website for school & college leavers looking at alternatives to a tradi…
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Understanding the Levy Transfer with Ajay Purbhoosing
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Large employers that pay the apprenticeship levy can choose to transfer up to 25% of their levy funds each year to other businesses, to pay for their apprenticeship training and assessment. Transferring levy funds is a way of supporting other businesses by deciding which sectors, skills or local areas you’d like to fund. So why are so many of these…
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In this episode of Taxing Matters, we discuss the role of R&D tax relief, how to qualify for the relief, how to stay compliant, some common abuses of the system and some of the recently proposed reforms. We are joined by Sarah Scala, Head of Tax Dispute Resolution, and Caroline Walton, Head of Innovation Relief, at Claritas Tax. Hosted on Acast. Se…
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Leadership Qualities in Care with Lisa Di-Fonzo
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Leaders and managers need the experience and ability to run a successful care business. This means understanding CQC standards; creating performance goals and clear lines of accountability; being proactive, and making use of the whole team. How do leaders build a strong team? Today I am joined by Lisa Di-Fonzo, Quality Improvement Coordinator for C…
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What should you do if your crypto is stolen? If you've invested in cryptocurrency your investment can be an increasing target for fraud, and it can be difficult to recover funds when this happens. In this episode of Taxing Matters, we discuss practical steps to take if your crypto has been stolen, recent crypto fraud case studies, search and seizur…
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The Asset Tracing Investigator: Following the money
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Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of an investigation? In this episode of Taxing Matters, we discuss the role of the investigator in asset tracing, how they support clients and add value, and some common misconceptions about the traditional image of investigators, with Phoebe Waters. Phoebe is an asset tracing specialist and Cha…
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The tax gap refers to the difference between the amount of tax that should, in theory, be paid to HMRC, and what is actually paid. To help narrow this gap, HMRC has been granted a number of powers over the years, including those aimed at tackling tax avoidance. The Finance Act 2022 provided HMRC with additional powers to enable it to proactively cl…
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Does the Economic Crime Act really have teeth?
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In March 2022, the Economic Crime Transparency and Enforcement Act came into force after it was fast-tracked through Parliament in response to urgent calls for the UK's economic crime laws to be tightened. The new legislation introduces further sanctions powers and aims to tackle financial crime by revealing the identities of overseas beneficial ow…
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In previous episodes we have discussed the myriad of ways HMRC collects information on individuals and businesses. Whether through international agreements, information provided on a voluntary basis, as a consequence of a legal duty to report, or through its information gathering powers, the Revenue holds an abundance of information relating to tax…
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Cum-Ex: a multi-billion tax trading scandal
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In a much-anticipated podcast we revisit the multi-billion tax trading scandal known as Cum-Ex, and consider recent developments and discuss why this rapidly expanding cross-border tax fraud remains of interest 5 years after it was first exposed. With so many twists and turns since Bloomberg journalist Donal Griffin first covered the Cum-Ex fraud o…
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In a follow up to the episode Blockchain: Revolutionary technology… or the perfect opportunity for fraudsters, we are delighted to be joined by Michael Goodwin QC to delve deeper into the legal landscape of crypto fraud. Michael, a highly regarded Silk at Red Lion Chambers, is an eminent white collar crime practitioner described by Legal 500 as a “…
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Supporting mid-sized businesses in a challenging landscape
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In the first Taxing Matters episode of 2022, we are delighted to be joined by special guest Margaret Mousley, Deputy Director at HMRC. While Margaret now heads up HMRC’s Mid-Sized Business division, her career has spanned over 18 years across key compliance roles within the Revenue. With the vast array of potential risks and tax pitfalls now facing…
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Reputation management: the vital difference between reacting and responding
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Warren Buffet once quipped, "It takes 20 years to build a reputation and only 5 minutes to ruin it". The potential impact of reputational damage can be significant during litigation, or a commercial dispute. Understanding when to react and how to respond, can make all the difference. From media strategies to risk mapping, Stuart Leach joins us on t…
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Blockchain: Revolutionary technology… or the perfect opportunity for fraudsters
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In recent times it seems that the word crypto, and the underlying blockchain technology associated with it, is on everyone’s lips. From Elon Musk's effect on the price of Bitcoin to non-fungible tokens in the art world, the debate rages over whether blockchain will revolutionise the world or lead to the dismantling of the existing order. Many criti…
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With increasing pressure on HMRC to collect more tax with less resource, it is more important than ever to communicate effectively with HMRC. In this episode we are joined by Annis Lampard, who leads the tax disclosure and transparency team at Deloitte, to discuss the benefits of a more open dialogue with the Revenue and the steps you should take t…
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Corporate Crime Reform: A comparative guide
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In a much anticipated follow up to our previous episode on the Law Commission's consultation on the law of corporate crime in the UK, we are delighted to be joined by Dr Robin Lööf to dive a little deeper into the key issues at the heart of this important topic. Robin considers the various options for reform currently being debated and discusses wh…
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Navigating your career: In conversation with Jack Bonehill
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In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by fellow tax podcast host Jack Bonehill, the man behind the fantastic Tax Professionals Podcast series. Through his podcast, Jack aims to provide easily digestible information to tax professionals to help them progress and develop their careers. We put Jack in the hot seat and pick his brain on the su…
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Sneak peek… Unspoken Giants: A new podcast series
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From the team behind Taxing Matters, we are delighted to be able to share with you a short preview of our newest podcast – Unspoken Giants: International Financial Institutions. Launching soon, in a world first the Unspoken Giants series will bring together senior leaders from the largest International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and Multilateral…
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In a world of increasing digitisation, globalisation and remote working, now more than ever taxpayers are starting to ask "how are HMRC going to find out?". In this episode, Jay Sanghrajka, international tax partner at Price Bailey, joins us to explain how HMRC might find out! Historically, HMRC's investigations were often commenced as a consequenc…
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Lockdown thoughts: the evolution of HMRC and its increasing powers
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Given the complexity and, at times, lack of clarity in our tax system, concerns have been raised about the extent of HMRC's powers, particularly regarding the range of penalties that can be imposed for innocent mistakes, and the severity of penalties that can be imposed in relation to offshore matters. There's no 'quick fix' but it is important tha…
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Twelve years on from the seismic changes to the UK tax appeals system that introduced the First-tier Tribunal and the Upper Tribunal, the Tax Law Review Committee (TLRC) has published its Report "The tax tribunals: the next 10 years". Intended to be a review of how the tax tribunal system has operated and providing recommendations for changes requi…
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The vexing question of corporate criminal liability
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Many commentators have questioned whether the law relating to corporate criminal liability is still fit for purpose or whether it is due a significant overhaul. The Law Commission has been asked by the Ministry of Justice, Home Office, Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy, HM Treasury and the Attorney General's Office, to consult …
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Lockdown, tax residency and the law of unintended consequences
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A little over 18 months ago and the idea of government enforced national lockdowns would have seemed like a very unlikely Orwellian concept indeed and yet, since then, over 100 countries have instituted at least one lockdown, affecting billions of people worldwide. In this episode, we are joined by Price Bailey's Nikita Cooper to discuss the myriad…
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Dawn of a new era: predicted increase in dawn raids!
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With financial pressure mounting on the Government, and with an additional 1000 new fraud investigators announced in the last budget, many expect the frequency of HMRC dawn raids to increase considerably. From HMRC cars used as battering rams to offices swarmed by bulletproof vest wearing investigators (both real events albeit not typical!), we are…
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Playing a winning hand: dealing with an HMRC enquiry
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In this episode of Taxing Matters we are joined by John Cassidy, a Tax Resolutions Partner at accountancy firm Crowe UK. A tax veteran of over 25 years, when it comes to tax investigations, what John hasn't experienced, written about or lectured on isn't worth knowing! In this extremely practical discussion, John takes us through the lifecycle of a…
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Ashbolt and Arundell: challenging search warrants
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In this latest episode of Taxing Matters we take a closer look at the recent case of Asholt and Arundell v HMRC, which involved a challenge to the lawfulness of a search warrant which had been executed by HMRC. Leading barrister Jonathan Fisher QC, who has over 30 years of experience in financial fraud and tax cases and founder of Bright Line Law, …
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