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HMRC’s Tough Approach to Penalty Rejected by Tribunal

Posted9 August 2017

Just how tough HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can be was illustrated by a recent case in which they imposed a penalty of £1,300 for the late filing of a...

Free Advice Given and No Contract? You May Be Liable

Posted9 August 2017

Any professional will know that there are many people who like to have free advice, and whilst this is seldom proffered in a social setting such as the pub, it...

It Was Wrong, But Whose Fault Was It?

Posted7 August 2017

When a person takes professional advice and a loss follows, it is normal to look for compensation through the professional’s indemnity insurance policy. In order for the professional to...

Sleeping at Work and the National Minimum Wage

Posted4 August 2017

Whether or not a worker who is on call at their employer’s premises but who is allowed to sleep when their services are not required is entitled to be paid...

Mired In Debt? Get Professional Advice You Can Rely On

Posted1 August 2017

The position of those in debt is normally far from hopeless and much can be done to save them from penury. However, they are particularly vulnerable and, as a decision...

No Money a Reasonable Excuse for Not Paying Tax

Posted1 August 2017

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are not known for being lenient when it comes to taxpayers who fail to pay taxes, and mere inability to pay tax when due is...