In W Coomber v HMRC [2016] UKFTT 0809 the First-Tier Tribunal (FTT) dismissed the taxpayer’s appeal that he had a reasonable excuse because the bank failed to honour his cheque despite sufficient funds.
Losses restricted for uncommercial dairy farmers
In Bryan Scambler & Rebecca Scambler v HMRC [2017] UKUT 001 the Upper Tribunal (UT) denied sideways loss relief for dairy farmers who had made losses for over five years.
Making Tax Digital: changes needed
The House of Commons Treasury Committee have published a report recommending that HMRC change their approach to Making Tax Digital (MTD).
Nichola's SME Tax w-update 13 January 2017
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Tax credits: don't miss 31 Jan deadline
The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) is urging tax credit claimants who have submitted estimates of their 2015/16 income to confirm or update their estimates by 31 January 2017 to ensure they have received and continue to receive the right amount of support.
CGT error in LDF claim adds further penalties
In Knight and Knight v HMRC [2016] TC05544 incorrect calculation of foreign gains under the LDF led to a discovery assessment and enhanced tax penalties.
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