February 2009 - Issue 10
Introduction
Welcome to the tenth issue of Agent Update. This month features important news on increased HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) support for businesses in the current economic climate, new Direct Debit facilities and the introduction of the first Corporation Tax Bill in April 2009. There are also opportunities to comment on a number of tax issues and on the new HMRC Charter.
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Tax
Developments and changes to legislation and allowances relating to UK tax. View the Tax section.
HMRC Service
Changes to HMRC services, upcoming HMRC events and guidance. View the Service section.
Consultations
Details of live consultations and response summaries. View the Consultations section.
This month's top articles
Departments across government have joined up to launch a campaign to bring real help to businesses in the current economic climate in one easy-to-access place.
A podcast from Stephen Banyard, director of HMRC's Business Customer Unit, is now available. It alerts you to the need to complete P45 and P46 forms online from 6 April 2009. There will be a penalty for sending paper forms.
