Seventh issue - August 2008
Introduction
New HMRC Chair announced
From 1 August, Mike Clasper, formerly chief executive at BAA plc, has taken up the post of Chair of HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Mike will be involved in the selection of HMRC’s first chief executive, who will take charge of the Department’s day-to-day business. Dave Hartnett will become acting chief executive until the selection process has been completed.
Mike's role will be to lead the Board, which will provide strategic leadership, approve business plans, monitor performance and ensure the highest standards of corporate governance.
Mike has four key priorities: data security and implementing the Poynter
Review recommendations, the current economic pressures on our tax yield,
getting even better at our customer focus, and helping our people to understand
what the next stage in HMRC’s journey is going to look like.
Tax
Developments and changes to legislation and allowances relating to UK tax. View the tax section.
HMRC Service
Changes to services, upcoming HMRC events and guidance. View the HMRC service section.
Consultations
Details of live consultations and response summaries. View the consultations section.
This month’s top articles
Updated MLR guidance will help businesses decide if they need to register with us as a TCSP or ASP, and explain when and how to apply.
Employer CD-ROM 2008 Revised (August) edition issued
Look out for your copy of the Employer CD-ROM 2008 Revised edition to be issued during August 2008. It includes revised calculators, help books and forms that take into account the changes to the personal allowance and basic rate band width.
Service issues with Online Services
Read the latest news on important issues that may be affecting our Online Services and what to do if these affect you.
