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Finance Bill 2020-21 draft legislation and tax documents

21 July 2020

Proposing MP
Hereford and South Herefordshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Treasury

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The UK Government is publishing draft legislation for Finance Bill 20-21 and announcing policy changes, consultations, and previously announced tax documents.

Action Requested

The Government extends consultation periods due to the COVID-19 outbreak, announces a roadmap for Making Tax Digital, and publishes various tax policy documents. It also outlines plans for business rates revaluation, small brewers relief, post-EU exit alcohol review, and calls for evidence on reforming the duty system by end September 2020.

Key Facts

  • Government extends consultation periods for Plastic Packaging Tax, R&D SME Tax Credit PAYE Cap, Construction Industry Scheme abuse, and Notification of uncertain tax treatment.
  • Making Tax Digital roadmap and long-term plans for tax administration reform are announced.
  • Call for evidence on duty system reform to support alcoholic drinks and pubs sector by end September 2020.
  • Draft legislation and policy documents published as per Spring Budget announcements.
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