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There is a special VAT refund scheme called the VAT Retail Export Scheme or Tax-Free Shopping that allows individuals not resident in the EU to obtain a VAT refund on goods bought in the UK and taken out of the EU. The scheme does not apply to
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If your total assets exceed £325,000 then the excess will usually be subject to Inheritance Tax (IHT) at 40% when you die. A reduced rate of IHT of 36% applies where 10% or more of a deceased’s net estate is left to qualifying charities
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There has been much press speculation that the Government is considering cutting higher rate tax relief for pension contributions in the March Budget. However, many Tory MPs are said to be up in arms at such a move and have been trying to quash such
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1 March 2020 – Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 May 2019.
2 March 2020 – Self assessment tax for 2019/19 paid after this date will incur a 5% surcharge.
19 March 2020 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 March
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