Worried about furlough fraud? Now is the time to check your claims Now is the time to make sure you haven't committed furlough fraud When Covid-19 struck, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) introduced the furlough scheme at remarkable speed to help people and businesses through the pandemic. But when claims are made in a rush – and under huge pressure – mistakes are inevitable. Also, sadly, when a recession hits the likelihood of fraud tends to increase. That is [...]
Second wave of nudge letters seeking offshore funds lands from HMRC In last month’s Budget, chancellor Rishi Sunak declared that the Treasury would raise an additional £4.7bn over five years by further combating tax evasion and avoidance. Thousands of letters were sent at the end of February by HMRC, asking individuals suspected of not disclosing offshore assets to review their affairs. This is sent along with [...]
