Sort of…but not quite
So we now have what we’ve all been waiting for. The definitive guide to VAT on direct mail. Or have we… HMRC’s most recent correspondence (Open PDF) is a useful…
Can I have that in writing?
In a previous blog we set out the facts surrounding HMRC’s policy statements in ongoing discussions with the Direct Marketing Association (DMA). Since then, representatives from both the DMA and…
Tis the season to be silly
Will it be a white Xmas? And if it is will there be VAT on it? A recent tribunal ruled that snowballs are zero-rated but only if they are covered…
Postage update: access agreements
Last month the High Court made a decision in a claim brought by Whistl UK (formerly TNT Post) against HMRC in respect of the scope of VAT exemption provided to…
Your name in lights?
Or perhaps just on HMRC's new digital service for organisations applying to be recognised as a charity for tax purposes. They'd like us to come up with a name for…
MOSS gathering
On 1 January 2015 changes will be made to the European Union (EU) VAT place of supply of services rules involving business to consumer supplies of digital services (broadcasting, telecommunications…
Fact or fiction?!
The industry has been awash with opinion, speculation and hearsay since HMRC’s announcement about their views on single sourcing. At some point you just need to step back and separate…
Postage and VAT – single sourcing
The issue of how VAT should be accounted for on postage supplies has polarised the marketing industry ever since the VAT exemption on many of Royal Mail's retail products was…
New year, new rules
Dealing with non-business customers in other countries changes on 1st January 2015. "Non-business" includes private individuals and also certain charities and public bodies, amongst others. From then when services are…
IPIA VAT Member Benefit launched
The IPIA provides a range of benefits to its Members. Zero VAT are pleased to support the IPIA VAT Advice Member Benefit. Members can access specifically designed online guidance provided…