HMRC has archived its wine guidance page, meaning this resource is no longer actively maintained or updated. Businesses and traders seeking current information on wine importation, customs procedures, or related compliance requirements should refer to alternative guidance materials or contact HMRC directly for the latest regulatory information.
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Businesses that need to modify or withdraw from an existing VAT group can do so by submitting form VAT50/51 to HMRC. The form enables traders to amend the details of their current VAT group membership or completely remove their organisation from the group arrangement. This process allows businesses to update their VAT compliance status as their circumstances change.
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HMRC has published its Enquiry Manual, which documents the official procedures and processes that revenue officials follow when conducting tax enquiries into businesses and individuals. The manual provides guidance on how HMRC initiates, manages, and concludes tax investigations, covering the legal framework and operational practices for enquiry work. This resource serves as the authoritative reference for how HMRC conducts its examination of tax affairs across the UK.
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New regulations amending the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016 have been introduced to modify how waste controlling, waste controlling-transporting, and waste transporting activities are regulated in England. The changes affect the permitting requirements and oversight functions for organisations involved in these waste management operations. These amendments update the framework governing environmental permits for businesses that control or transport waste materials.
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HMRC has published promotional material outlining what the tax authority considers best practice for VAT accounting and compliance procedures. The guidance is designed to help businesses understand and implement effective VAT control processes. The material covers HMRC’s expectations regarding VAT record-keeping and reporting standards. This guidance is intended to support organisations in maintaining compliant VAT practices and reducing audit risk.
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HM Revenue and Customs has finalised compound settlements with two UK exporters in relation to violations of export control regulations. Compound settlements allow businesses to resolve breaches without criminal prosecution by agreeing to pay a financial penalty. This notice serves as formal notification of the concluded enforcement actions under export control legislation.
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HMRC has published guidance highlighting frequent mistakes businesses make when submitting capital allowances claims for plant and machinery. The promotional material aims to help companies identify and prevent common errors in their claims, reducing the risk of submitting incorrect information to tax authorities. The resource provides information on high-risk areas within plant and machinery allowances to support better compliance and claim accuracy.
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HMRC has published a reference list of codes for Government Department licences that importers and exporters must declare within Data Element 2/3 of the Customs Declaration Service. The codes, detailed in Appendix 5C, enable traders to specify the appropriate licence types when submitting customs declarations for both import and export movements. This resource provides the standardised coding framework required for accurate compliance with CDS declaration requirements.
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The latest Alcohol Bulletin from HMRC provides provisional figures on alcohol duty receipts through July 2026, alongside production and clearances data extending to June 2026. This accredited official statistics release offers traders and logistics professionals current information on alcohol sector activity and tax collection trends. The bulletin serves as a key reference point for monitoring compliance patterns and market movements in the alcohol supply chain.
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HMRC has released its transparency data for June 2026, detailing current staff numbers and associated employment costs across the department. This regular publication provides insight into the Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs workforce composition and spending. The data forms part of HMRC’s ongoing commitment to public accountability regarding departmental resource allocation and staffing levels.
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