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No change to matching rules for benefits charge

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The government has decided not to proceed with proposed changes to the matching rules for the ITA 2007 s 731 benefits charge, after respondents to a follow-up consultation suggested that amending the rules in isolation risked ‘unintended consequences of unfairness and opening new opportunities fo

The government has decided not to proceed with proposed changes to the matching rules for the ITA 2007 s 731 benefits charge, after respondents to a follow-up consultation suggested that amending the rules in isolation risked ‘unintended consequences of unfairness and opening new opportunities for avoidance’.

A minority of stakeholders said the transfer of assets regime was outdated and required comprehensive review. HMRC said it would continue to work closely with members of a working group to develop improved guidance.

Issue: 1199
Categories: News , Private client taxes
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