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Update on tax policy documents

28 April 2020

Proposing MP
Jesse Norman Con
Hereford and South Herefordshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Treasury
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The UK Government is extending deadlines for responses to certain tax policy consultations and calls for evidence due to the impact of COVID-19.

Action Requested

The Government is proposing to extend deadlines for responses by three months for most tax documents, while maintaining existing timetables for others. Early submissions are encouraged where possible.

Key Facts

  • Eleven tax policy consultations and calls for evidence were published at Budget 2020.
  • Deadlines for responding will be extended by three months to allow stakeholders more time due to COVID-19 disruption.
  • The EU exit transition period ends on 31 December 2020.
  • Consultation deadlines for duty-free and tax-free goods and VAT treatment of overseas goods remain unchanged.
  • A consultation on the Climate Change Agreement scheme extension is planned for September 2020 as announced at Budget 2020.
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