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New powers introduced as HMRC targets till fraud

New powers introduced as HMRC targets till fraud

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) officers visited businesses across the country and arrested 3 people in a day of action after new powers were introduced in the fight against till fraud.

Tax Gap remains low

Tax Gap remains low

The Tax Gap for 2017/2018 is 5.6%, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) confirmed today.

Last chance for offshore tax evaders to declare all

Last chance for offshore tax evaders to declare all

A new online disclosure facility has launched today giving offshore evaders a last chance to come forward and settle tax on their wealth hidden offshore ahead of new data sharing arrangements and tougher penalties being introduced.

Net closes in on offshore tax cheats

Net closes in on offshore tax cheats

The Financial Secretary to the Treasury, David Gauke, today launched a campaign warning offshore tax evaders that HMRC will start to receive details on UK taxpayers from more than 90 countries, under new global agreements championed by the UK.

2011-12 tax gap figures published

2011-12 tax gap figures published

Figures released by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) today estimate the tax gap for 2011-12 at 7 per cent (£35 billion) of tax due, continuing a long-term downward trend.

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HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is the UK’s tax authority

HMRC is responsible for making sure that the money is available to fund the UK’s public services and for helping families and individuals with targeted financial support.

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