Tax body chides UK Gov’t plan to jail accidental evaders
The UK Government’s pledge to introduce a criminal offence that could put unintentional offshore tax evaders behind bars has been criticised by the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT).
Chartered Institute Of Taxation
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New UK offshore tax laws must prove criminal intent – CIOT
The UK government’s plans for a new law to make offshore tax evasion a criminal offence must include a requirement that prosecutors prove criminal intent, according to the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT).
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prominent hong kong expat expelled for dishonesty
A high profile member of the professional British expatriate community in Hong Kong has been expelled from the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT) for dishonesty.
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tax experts warn on hmrc focus
Tax experts say advisers of UK taxpayers who own offshore property should take note of HM Revenue & Customs latest tax crackdown announcement, which promises to target, initially, wealthy tax cheats who avoid paying tax on gains from their foreign property holdings.