SDLTM84700 - Compliance: Information powers

FA03/SCH13: General

The powers under FA03/SCH13 are available to officers of HM Revenue & Customs in addition to the powers under FA03/SCH10/PARA14.

The powers under FA03/SCH10/PARA14 must be used where possible. FA03/SCH13 powers are not to be used in trivial or unsuitable cases.

Equally a caseworker should not hesitate to use the powers to overcome delay or objections to their reasonable requirements.

The use of FA03/SCH13 powers is restricted to officers who have been authorised for this purpose by the Board, see SDLTM84710.

Notices can be issued to purchasers or third parties alike.

FA03/SCH13 is based on TMA70/S20, for further detailed guidance please consult the Enquiry Manual, at pages EM2400+.