Our service approach
HMRC have access to vast amounts of information which they use to initiate what they refer to as “intelligence-led” enquiries and compliance checks. In reality, very few enquiries are now opened at random, but it is important to remember that the data HMRC receive can be inaccurate or simply require further explanation. Where this is the case it needs to be explained to HMRC in a clear and concise way.
Menzies’ approach to dealing with enquiries and compliance checks is to ensure their clients are provided with the best advice at all stages. There is a fine line between trying to be cooperative and work collaboratively with HMRC to seek an early resolution, whilst at the same time ensuring only reasonable and proportionate requests from HMRC are complied with.
Our services
HMRC have extensive powers to request information from taxpayers and third parties however UK tax legislation includes safeguards to protect the rights of taxpayers. Menzies’ experts ensure that our clients know their rights, and we robustly defend clients when we think their rights are being infringed.
Menzies’ approach to dealing with enquiries and compliance checks is to ensure their clients are provided with the best advice at all stages. There is a skill in being able to work collaboratively with HMRC to seek an early resolution and resolve misunderstandings, whilst at the same time ensuring only reasonable and proportionate requests from HMRC are complied with.
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