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13 October
The tariff classification advice team will not be available for 5 workings days in November 2008 whilst it moves address.
Those crude oils that are valued using Price Reporting Agency data. At 1 July 2006 these crudes are Brent, Ekofisk, Flotta, Forties and Statford.
10 October
The Value Added Tax (Reduced Rate) (Supplies of Domestic Fuel or Power) Order 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to The Value Added Tax (Reduced Rate) (Supplies of Domestic Fuel or Power) Order 2008.
The National Insurance Contributions (Application of Part 7 of the Finance Act 2004) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to The National Insurance Contributions (Application of Part 7 of the Finance Act 2004) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Insurance Companies (Reserves) (Tax) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to The Insurance Companies (Reserves) (Tax) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Double Taxation Relief (Surrender of Relievable Tax Within a Group) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to The Double Taxation Relief (Surrender of Relievable Tax Within a Group) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
This notice cancels and replaces Notice 117 (July 2007). Details of any changes to the previous version can be found in paragraph 1.1 of this notice.
This notice cancels and replaces Notice 476 (March 2003). Details of any changes to the previous version can be found in paragraph 1.2 of this notice.
Electronically supplied services: special scheme for non-EU businesses - currency exchange rates for reporting period ending September 2008.
We have published a response document which contains a summary of the comments received on paper CC/SC (08)12: UK representatives of non-UK residents. The document also shows how we have dealt with the comments received.
We have published a response document which contains a summary of the comments received on paper CC/SC (08)10: Permanent establishments and UK representatives . The document also shows how we have dealt with the comments received.
The HMRC Analysis & Research Framework is due to expire in March 2009. HMRC is currently working with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to replace this framework with a new framework contract.
9 October
The employers frequently asked questions page has been updated.
The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Consequential Amendments) (Taxes) Order 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Consequential Amendments) (Taxes) Order 2008.
The Insurance Companies (Taxation of Reinsurance Business) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Insurance Companies (Taxation of Reinsurance Business) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2008.
The Landfill Tax (Material from Contaminated Land) (Phasing out of Exemption) Order 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Landfill Tax (Material from Contaminated Land) (Phasing out of Exemption) Order 2008.
The Corporation Tax (Instalment Payments) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Corporation Tax (Instalment Payments) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The European Single Currency (Taxes) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the European Single Currency (Taxes) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Group Relief for Overseas Losses (Modification of the Corporation Tax Acts for Non-resident Insurance Companies) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Group Relief for Overseas Losses (Modification of the Corporation Tax Acts for Non-resident Insurance Companies) Regulations 2008.
The Non-resident Companies (General Insurance Business) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Non-resident Companies (General Insurance Business) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Newsletter highlighting customs matters in the EU between June and September 2008.
This paper confirms the amendment to the time limit for the movement of goods from the frontier to the designated premises inland under the CFSP Local Clearance Procedure (LCP) National Transit procedures.
8 October
This paper clarifies which fresh fruit and vegetables are classed as CFSP controlled goods and may only be imported using Simplified Declaration Procedure using specific Customs Procedure Codes and which are not controlled and therefore eligible for Local Clearance Procedure.
Details of a renewed phishing attempt offering a rebate of tax have been published. HMRC do not send emails offering a tax rebate.
Graduate Trainee (Band T) vacancies nationwide have been advertised today.
Intern vacancies nationwide have been advertised today.
Edition number three of SA Notes for Software Developers is now available.
Contact Centre Team Leader vacancies at Lillyhall Industrial Estate, Cumbria have been advertised today.
7 October
Pension Schemes Services (PSS) has today published an update to the QROPS list.
version 3 has been corrected to remove a redundant reference to the SSP1(L) at Part 4.
This document has been updated and new topics added.
Latest updates and guidance for agents and advisers, developed in association with Working Together partners, for filing Self Assessment returns through the HMRC service and commercial software.
The Life Assurance and Other Policies (Keeping of Information and Duties of Insurers) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Life Assurance and Other Policies (Keeping of Information and Duties of Insurers) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Insurance Companies (Overseas Life Assurance Business) (Compliance) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to The Insurance Companies (Overseas Life Assurance Business) (Compliance) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Overseas Insurers (Tax Representatives) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Overseas Insurers (Tax Representatives) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Insurance Companies (Overseas Life Assurance Business) (Excluded Business) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Insurance Companies (Overseas Life Assurance Business) (Excluded Business) (Amendment) Regulations 2008.
The Social Security (Contributions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Social Security (Contributions) (Amendment No. 5) Regulations 2008.
The Taxation of Benefits under Government Pilot Schemes (Better off in Work Credit) Order 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Taxation of Benefits under Government Pilot Schemes (Better off in Work Credit) Order 2008.
A 77 year old grandmother and her 49 year old daughter were today jailed for a total of 27 years. They were sentenced at Canterbury Crown Court for smuggling 16 kilos of cocaine, with an estimated street value of £800,000 into the UK.
The Income Tax (Pay As You Earn) (Amendment) (No.2) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Income Tax (Pay As You Earn) (Amendment) (no. 2) Regulations 2008.
The Hydrocarbon Oil (Supply of Rebated Heavy Oil) (Payment of Rebate) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Hydocarbon Oil (Supply of Rebated Heavy Oil) (payment of Rebate) Regulations 2008.
The Hydrocarbon Oil and Bioblend (Private Pleasure-flying and Private Pleasure Craft) (Payment of Rebate etc.) Regulations 2008.
Explanatory Memorandum to the Hydocarbon Oil And Bioblend (Private Pleasure – Flying and Private Pleasure Craft) (Payment of Rebate Etc.) Regulations 2008.
6 October
The list of certified funds has now been updated to show the latest position of funds which have applied for distributing fund status as at 1 September 2008.
Energy Products Directive - Expiry of the derogations allowing a reduced rate or exempt fuel for private pleasure-flying.
Energy Products Directive- Expiry of the derogations allowing reduced rate duty on fuel in private pleasure craft.
The model Gift Aid declaration forms for Charities and CASCs have been updated to reflect the change in the basic rate of tax from 6 April 2008.
A Corporate Risk Manager vacancy in London has been advertised today.
Unsure about tax credits and Child Benefit and what you may be entitled to claim? Come and visit our advice stands from 13 to 16 October at a number of locations in Birmingham.
3 October
Draft clauses and explanatory notes on Factoring of income have today been published for public consultation. Comments on the latest set of draft clauses are invited by 2 January 2009.
2 October
A derogation from the normal preferential Rules of Origin for preserved tuna and tuna loins exported from Madagascar which are released to free circulation in the European Community on or after 1 January 2008.
This paper addresses a concern over the lack of response by shipping agents and/or their customers to requests from the NCH.
Simpler and more consistent penalty system for tax errors; default interest and net errors of less than £2,000; higher education institutions and partial exemption based on CVCP guidlelines; set-off where right to claim overdeclared tax is transferred; Money Laundering Regulations.
The Third sector team in HMRC launched its 2009-10 programme on 30 September. The initial bidding closes on 11 November 2008. For information on the 2009-10 programme see HMRC Grant in Aid funding guidance.
1 October
HMRC plan to amend their list of country codes for import and export declarations from January 2009.
Updated draft guidance on changes to the exemption from 1 October 2008. Amendment to the legislation effecting these changes.
The Agenda for first meeting has now been published.
This month sees the biggest change to the Self Assessment tax system since its introduction more than a decade ago - a new 31 October deadline for paper returns.
This brief provides updated draft guidance on changes to the exemption for fund management services from 1st October 2008. Amendment to the legislation effecting these changes.
Repositioning of the UK duty paid fiscal mark on packets of hand-rolling tobacco.
The national minimum wage rates are going up from 1st October 2008.
Amusement Machine Licence Duty: Changes to licensing arrangements.
TCSPs must send us completed application forms, Fit and Proper forms and appropriate fees without delay.
