Recent updates to the Flat Rate Scheme Guidance Manual

Below are details of the amendments that were published on 16 January 2008 (see the update index for all updates)

SectionDetails of update
OverallThis guidance was originally V1-23 Chapter 6. It has been reformatted to reflect the new house style for HMRC guidance. Operational matters have been removed so that greater emphasis is placed on the policy.
FRS3000This section has been re-written to clarify the policy on dealing with requests for retrospective admission to the scheme.
FRS4000This section has been re-written to clarify the policy on dealing with requests for retrospective withdrawal from the scheme.
FRS6500This is a new section that outlines how VAT is reclaimed on capital expenditure goods.
FRS7000This section is re-written to include details of the 1% reduction for businesses in the first year of registration. It also provides details of the flat rate percentages both current and historical.