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Spain introduces new tax haven regulations
Form 232 is an informative statement clarifying transactions in countries or territories classified as tax havens.
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Can you cancel your VAT registration in Germany? Check your supply chain!
The German tax authorities have published a long-awaited circular on the VAT treatment of supplies in consignment stocks or for 'shipment on hold'.
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Shock as UK business rates increase
In April 2017, the rateable value of UK commercial properties was reassessed. This resulted in changes of around 50% to most properties.
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Germany: Courts rule on import duties levied in breach of EU law
Two German courts have had to consider whether customs authorities should pay interest on anti-dumping duties levied in breach of EU law.
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Dutch government plans for the future
Legislation is still in the planning phase, but we have a good idea of how Dutch laws are to be amended.
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Cyprus issues tax bulletin clarifying payment of taxes in arrears
The Cypriot House of Representatives has voted to extend the deadline for submission of requests for settlement of tax arrears.
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Portugal fights money-laundering with new ownership register
The new register will contain information about beneficial owners of all organisations active in Portugal.
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German court rules on tax status of unmanned wind farms
The Fiscal Court of Cologne ruled on 14 March 2017 that unmanned wind turbines could be seen as permanent establishments for VAT purposes.
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Dreaming of a second home in France?
Subject to certain conditions, you may qualify for a reduced rate of 10% on work of improvement, conversion and repair of a residential property.
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EU and New Zealand agree new customs agreement
The agreement is designed to facilitate the movement of goods and to cut illegal trafficking.
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The French hotel and restaurant sector: A VAT conundrum
Don't give up on your dream of running that charming country house hotel. Contact us for some valuable insights before you get started.
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Russia: Ministry of Finance rules on booking.com VAT case
The Ministry of Finance has stated that Russian taxpayers who acquire access to the on-line hotel reservation system booking.com shall pay VAT.