Are there any HMRC scams concerning the COVID-19 virus? HMRC is aware of COVID-19 Coronavirus SMS scams telling contractors they can claim a ‘goodwill payment’ or claim a tax refund to help protect themselves from the Corona outbreak.
Should I be wary of tax avoidance schemes which have recently sprung up as result of the COVID-19 virus? HMRC is aware that unscrupulous promoters of tax avoidance schemes are targeting workers returning to the National Health Service (NHS) to help respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
I am currently obliged to work from home, what expenses can I claim through my Limited Company? There are a number of expenses which you limited company can reimburse back to you during an arranged home working period.
Will I be penalised if I make my payments later than usual due to the COVID-19? Currently, HMRC have announced deferments for VAT liability & Second self-assessment payments due to COVID-19. None of these will attract late interest or penalties as long as paid by the deferred due date.
The new Job Support schemes – What has now changed? There are now two job support schemes (JSS). The original one designed for businesses that are legally required to close because of COVID restrictions – now called JSS Closed, and the “new” one introduced by the Chancellor on 22 October for businesses that remain open but with employees working reduced hours, i.e. JSS Open.