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Where Taxpayers and Advisers Meet
Tax debt: not like ordinary debt
15/03/2012, by Low Incomes Tax Reform Group, Tax Articles - General
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As some football clubs are finding out, owing money to the tax man can be a significant problem and is something to avoid.

Introduction

For people on low incomes avoiding tax debt is particularly important, but if it does happen then it needs to be dealt with quickly and knowledgeably. Tax charities, led by Tax Aid, have produced a series of videos to help people do just that.

Help from the professionals

Tax Aid has been an authority on tax debt for many years. In the last year, they have been leading a project with the co-operation of TaxHelp for Older People and the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG), to reach more low-income people in need of guidance.

Financed by the Chartered Institute of Taxation and the Big Lottery Fund, a series of videos aims to help people who have been contacted by HMRC about a tax debt.

Tax debt is not like ordinary debt and anyone dealing with it needs to have an understanding of tax law and the HMRC approach. Please make as many people aware of these videos as you can.

About The Author

The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) is an initiative of the Chartered Institute of Taxation to give a voice to those who cannot afford to pay for tax advice. LITRG comprises tax specialists from professional practice and the voluntary sector, from publishing and from HM Revenue & Customs, together with people from a welfare benefits and social policy background. Visit www.litrg.org.uk for further information.
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