Another HMRC Case Closes With The Help Of Tax Hell
Dear Tax Hell I received a letter from Ms W yesterday afternoon saying that she has closed the compliance check into my tax affairs! I am so grateful to you – as without your kindness, [...]
Should HMRC Tell Me Why They’ve Opened An Investigation?
This question comes up again and again: Should HMRC Tell Me Why They’ve Opened An Investigation? The answer is: “Yes, but you may find HMRC are not forthcoming with this [...]
HMRC tactics: making you wait – for years
It’s an open secret within HMRC that investigations stay open because the HMRC investigator has found nothing but feels too embarrassed to close the case. When an investigation is opened [...]
More on HMRC’s nudge tactics / bullying
AccountingWEB have followed up with their own slant on the ‘nudge’ story from yesterday. They look more deeply into Behavioural Insights Ltd and the legal loophole that allows HMRC to [...]
HMRC uses ‘nudge’ letters to intimidate
HMRC is increasingly using ‘nudge’ letters to circumvent the normal dispute resolution process and put pressure on individuals currently engaged in a dispute with the taxman, City law firm [...]