Tax Disputes / Tribunals When a taxpayer or his agent and HMRC cannot agree on an issue there is a formal appeals procedure to resolve matters.
The Tax Tribunals replaced the General and Special Commissioners and VAT Tribunals. At the same time HMRC introduced an Internal Review system, which can be used instead of, or in conjunction with the full Tribunal process.
Both systems give opportunities for the client who is well presented to accelerate any tax enquiry or dispute to overcome HMRC delays and to have their case heard by an impartial decision maker.
What does it mean for you the client? If you have a tax dispute or long running tax enquiry, there are now two ways of bringing the matter to a conclusion. The Internal Review and the Tribunal Appeals will bring about an independent and effective judgement. Success at either stage depends on the quality of the fact finding, presentation skills and the knowledge of your tax adviser.
I have extensive experience in dealing successfully with disputes before Tribunals and I will represent you to the best of my ability.