June's Simpkins Edwards Accountants monthly eNEWS articles include:
HMRC extend 'tax cheats' campaigns
HMRC have announced that they will be launching new campaigns over the next year targeting VAT defaulters, private tutors and e-marketplaces.
Another email scam warning from HMRC
HMRC are once again alerting taxpayers to a surge of fake 'phishing' emails sent out by fraudsters in the run-up to the tax credits renewal deadline.
Workplace pensions reform
The government has introduced measures aimed at encouraging greater private saving which includes workplace pension reforms.
Consultation on residency
Over recent weeks, HMRC have issued numerous consultation documents totalling hundreds of pages.
The Bribery Act
The Bribery Act 2010 comes into force on 1 July 2011. The new Act replaces, updates and extends the existing UK law against bribery and corruption.
Tax credits renewal deadline
Tax credits are state benefits which are generally available to lower income families.
Changes to the law to protect patent and design rights
The government has announced that it expects small and medium sized businesses to benefit from a new law which gives them easier access to justice to protect their patent and design rights.
P11D deadline looming
The forms P11D, and where appropriate P9D, which report benefits and expenses for both employees and directors for the year ended 5 April 2011, are due for submission to HMRC by 6 July 2011.
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