"HMRC is not going away" - Spotlight 63 and what to do next.

February 6, 2024

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Bell Howley Perrotton Property Planet Podcast featuring Richard Gray, Ruby Keeler-Williams and David Brogelli of Elysium Law.

In this episode, the team is joined by Elysium Law to discuss the ongoing fallout from Spotlight 63 and the implications for landlords involved in failed property tax planning schemes.

You can listen to the episode here.

The conversation covers HMRC disclosures, the importance of obtaining independent legal and tax advice, potential negligence and breach of contract claims, and the practical steps landlords can take to regularise their tax affairs and move forward with confidence.

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