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info@merrantiaccounting.comNow that all VAT-registered traders must submit their VAT returns using MTD compatible software (unless they have been granted an exemption), HMRC has introduced a new penalty regime to punish late filing. For VAT periods beginning on or after 1 January 2023, a point is awarded for each late VAT return. A £200 penalty is
Read MoreThe old system of VAT default surcharges could be quite harsh, as a penalty of up to 15% of the late paid VAT could be levied for paying just one day late. The new system, that applies for VAT periods beginning on or after 1 January 2023, is fairer to those who miss the VAT
Read MoreAll VAT-registered businesses must now comply with the MTD for VAT regulations, which means keeping VAT records in a digital format and using MTD-compatible software to submit VAT returns. The previous portal used for submitting VAT returns online closed on 1 November 2022, or shortly afterwards for certain businesses. For VAT periods beginning on and after 1
Read MoreValid VAT invoices It is important to include enough information on your VAT invoices to allow your VAT-registered customers to reclaim the VAT charged. HMRC will block recovery of VAT charged on invoices that don’t clearly state what goods or services were supplied. HMRC officers are particularly looking at invoices in the construction sector (following
Read MoreVAT changes for hospitality In July 2020 the government cut the standard rate of VAT to be used in the hospitality and tourism sectors from 20% to 5%. The reduced rate applies to most supplies made by hotels, tourist attractions, members’ clubs and many non-sporting events. It also applies to the food and drink served
Read MoreMost VAT-registered businesses have been required to comply with the Making Tax Digital (MTD) regulations for VAT since 1 April 2019. Until now, HMRC has taken a soft approach to those who have not switched to submitting VAT returns using MTD-compliant software, but that is changing. Around 800 businesses have been told that they will
Read MoreIn simple terms, you should register if in the last twelve months you have turned over more than £85,000, and you should do this within 30 days of the last day. However, if you are trading with VAT registered businesses then you should consider registering anyway because you will be able to claim back the
Read MoreAn SPV, Special Purpose Vehicle, is a standard limited company that has been set up purely to transact for one purpose or transaction. When you intend to purchase a property or land to build residential or commercial development, it is common for this to be bought in a newly registered company that has no liabilities
Read MoreConstruction Industry VAT changes From 1 March 2021, the responsibility for accounting for VAT on building works will shift up the supply chain to larger contractors. Building sub-contractors will no longer charge VAT to other businesses in the construction industry. Instead, their building customers will account for the VAT as both a purchase and sale
Read MoreWe all heard Mr Johnson say we had the deal; now we are feeling the after-effects the deal with issues in sending and receiving outside of the UK. The UK is now treated as a third country to the EU, which means the VAT rules on imports and exports have changed for all goods (of
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