Penalties and Compliance

If you disagree with a decision HMRC has made about your company's Corporation Tax, you have the right to challenge it through an independent tribunal. This article explains when you can appeal, the steps you must take first, and the deadlines you need to meet to protect your...

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Corporation Tax penalties can arise if your company misses filing deadlines, makes payment errors, or submits inaccurate information to HMRC. Understanding how these penalties work — and how to avoid them — can save your company significant costs and hassle.

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If HMRC decides to look into your company's tax affairs, they'll open what's called a compliance check. This is their way of making sure your business has paid the correct amount of Corporation Tax and claimed allowances properly. Understanding what to expect during a check —...

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When your company is eligible for Corporation Tax reliefs or wants to choose how certain assets or transactions are treated for tax purposes, you need to formally tell HMRC through a claim or election. Getting the process right and meeting the deadlines is crucial—otherwise yo...

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If you fail to file a Company Tax Return after receiving a notice from HMRC, they won't just wait indefinitely. HMRC has the power to estimate how much Corporation Tax your company owes and issue a bill for that amount — a process known as making a "determination". You'll face...

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