Couples in the tax and related welfare systems – a call for greater clarity
The LITRG has called for greater clarity around how couples are dealt with in the tax and tax credits systems....
The LITRG has called for greater clarity around how couples are dealt with in the tax and tax credits systems....
The LITRG has published a manifesto setting out the agenda the Group would like the next government to pursue for taxpayers on low incomes....
This report specifically highlights areas in which the tax profession, HMRC, the OTS and others, need to work together to ease the tax repayment system for the low-income and unrepresented taxpayer. We emphasise the need to protect consumers by helping them make informed choices about whether or not to use a tax agent and if so, to whom they should entrust their confidential and personal data....
In June 2012 LITRG members carried out a mystery shopping exercise to test how well banks and building societies ensure their non-taxpaying customers can recover the tax deducted at source from their savings interest. This report sets out the disappointing results of that survey, and makes recommendations for banks, building societies and HMRC to improve their service....
Government tax rules are hindering good government intentions to help vulnerable and disabled people live independently within the community. A new report from the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group finds that more help and joined-up government are needed if the move towards direct payments and individual budgets is to be effective as it could be....
This report by Community Links, Low Incomes Tax Reform Group and Child Poverty Action Group follows a technical and qualitative study of the tax, tax credit and social security systems and barriers to employment. Our research included interviews with a number of individuals in receipt of tax credits and social security benefits in, out of and contemplating work....