http://rss.openobjects.com/rss/hmrc.rss The HM Revenue & Customs RSS feed is a quick and easy way to find out about recent changes to our What's New information. http://hosting.openobjects.com/rss/hmrc.jpg http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/agents/agent-codes.htm HM Revenue & Customs has published updated guidance on how agents can obtain an agent code for Self Assessment. agents Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageImport_ShowContent&id=HMCE_PROD1_030151&propertyType=document Advises users of changes to CT procedures: Transit Simplifications: Requirement to notify the CCTO of any changes affecting an Authorisation or the holder's details; Requirement for EORI numbers: Exception for Common transit countries and Andorra and San Marino; Euro exchange rates. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_PublicNoticesAndInfoSheets&propertyType=document&columns=1&id=HMCE_CL_000267 This notice provides a general guide to Intrastat for businesses which trade with other Member States of the European Union. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/pensionschemes/relief-at-source.htm Relief at Source claim form APSS105 has been revised and published on the Pension Schemes website. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_ShowContent&id=HMCE_CL_000137&propertyType=document The Notice explains the VAT treatment of freight containers sold or leased for export out of the EC or removal to another EC Member State. It has been updated and restructured but does not change rules or procedures. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/avoidance/spotlights.htm New edition of 'Spotlights' includes an article on loss relief schemes that in HMRC's view do not have the intended effect. Individuals considering investing in these need to be aware that the relief claimed may be challenged and repayments withheld. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_PublicNoticesAndInfoSheets&columns=1&id=LIB_INFOS_VAT VAT notes is a quarterly bulletin publicising recent changes in the VAT rules Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/news/2009-10-emp-annual-ret.htm HMRC are now starting to issue notifications to employers reminding them to file their Employer Annual Return (P35 and P14s) by 19 May 2010 and for most employers to do this online. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/news/field-allowance0210.htm A draft Order has been laid introducing a new type of qualifying field for the field allowance. The Order, if approved, will extend the field allowance to remote deep water gas fields as found in the West of Shetland area. agents Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/online-filing-figs.htm Online filing figures for Self Assessment, Business and Corporation Tax customers are now available. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/cnr/rdrm-remittances.pdf This guidance was updated in August 2009 to reflect changes made in Finance Act 2009. This will move to the new 'Residence, Domicile and Remittances' manual shortly. Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/emcs/emcs-registration.htm EMCS Online Services Registration and Enrolment Process update - those businesses intending to use this service will need to register and enrol from 25 February 2010. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/security/current.htm Read the warning message about the new HMRC phishing scam in circulation. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/international/uk-india-mou-map.pdf The UK/India Memorandum of Understanding on Mutual Agreement Procedure cases agreed in 2004 is now available. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/casc/clubs.htm List of registered CASC's has been updated. charities, agents Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://nds.coi.gov.uk/content/detail.aspx?NewsAreaId=2&ReleaseID=410924&SubjectId=2 There is one month left to respond to HM Revenue and Customs' consultation Working with Tax Agents. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageExcise_ShowContent&id=HMCE_PROD1_029568&propertyType=document This notice explains the effects of the law and regulations covering the production, storage and accounting for duty on wine and made-wine. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_ShowContent&id=HMCE_CL_000108&propertyType=document This notice covers the VAT treatnment of investment gold coins and lists the investment gold coins that qualify for exemption. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageVAT_ShowContent&propertyType=document&columns=1&id=HMCE_PROD1_030149 Further information about the provisions of the Western Balkan countries for cumulation purposes. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/consultations/eqia.htm HMRC responds to feedback on our EQIA Action Plan and Progress Report Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_ShowContent&id=HMCE_CL_001734&propertyType=document This is an updated Notice, which reflects the changes to the customs allowances for travellers entering the UK which came in to force on 1 January 2010. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/collective/reportingfundlist.pdf A list of Offshore Funds that have applied successfully for Reporting Fund status since 1 December 2009 is now accessible. This list will be updated monthly. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/ebu/vat-ec-techpack.htm Internet Service Technical Pack for software developers. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/ctsa/invest-man-exempt.htm HM Revenue & Customs has issued clarification on The Offshore Funds (Tax) Regulations 2009 for offshore funds potentially liable to tax in respect of a UK trade carried on through a permanent establishment or agent. agents Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://nds.coi.gov.uk/content/detail.aspx?NewsAreaId=2&ReleaseID=410806&SubjectId=2 A record number of taxpayers filed their Self Assessment tax returns online this year. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/legislation/subsid-meals-ss-en.htm HMRC has published an Explanatory Note to acccompany the draft legislation following the announcement at PBR 2009 to restrict the exemption for free or subsidised meals where an employee has an entitlement in conjunction with salary sacrifice or flexible benefits arrangements. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/legislation/subsid-meals-ss.htm HMRC has published draft legislation following the announcement at PBR 2009 to restrict the exemption for free or subsidised meals where an employee has an entitlement in conjunction with salary sacrifice or flexible benefits arrangements. See also the related Explanatory Note published today. Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_PublicNoticesAndInfoSheets&propertyType=document&columns=1&id=HMCE_PROD1_030143 Changes to Community Customs Code Implementing Provisions (CCCIP) relating to minor SAD refinements. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://customs.hmrc.gov.uk/channelsPortalWebApp/channelsPortalWebApp.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=pageLibrary_PublicNoticesAndInfoSheets&propertyType=document&columns=1&id=HMCE_PROD1_030146 Change of address for submitting export simplified procedures application forms. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT