All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram
Umesh Ellichipuram
HMRC intensifies VAT checks on larger businesses
FoI disclosures indicate that VAT checks on larger companies rose to 11,894 in the year to March 2025.
IRS raises whistleblower alarm on suspected federal funds misuse
The IRS is asking the whistleblowers to report tax violations and other misconduct.
NI cap cuts salary sacrifice, hurts pensions, ICAS warns
ICAS tax director Katie Close said pensions policy should focus on ensuring that people have enough income in retirement.
CAI wraps up engagement drive in Australia
The programme was headed by CAI president Pamela McCreedy and included global member manager Gillian Duffy.
IRS launches online tool to help taxpayers manage tax debt
The launch is part of the agency’s broader move to expand online services and simplify tax compliance.
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ICAEW urges PAYE taxpayers to claim refunds before deadline
HMRC sends a P800 tax calculation to taxpayers who are due a repayment, setting out the refund amount.
CPA Canada CEO elected as chair of Global Accounting Alliance
Pamela Steer will head the GAA’s work on information exchange, coordination and advocacy.
Chinese mainland small businesses grow despite global volatility
In 2025, 36% of small businesses increased their headcount, a similar number to the prior year.
EFRAG appoints new sustainability reporting board chair
Kerstin Lopatta’s three-year term will begin on 1 May 2026.
UK considers tax changes to lure Gulf high earners amid Iran war
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to use her scheduled trip to Washington, DC to present Britain as a “safe-harbour economy”.