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HMRC to get tougher on tobacco smuggling and duty evasion

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Published on: 16 October 2013

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Table of contents

Original news
What concerns have the PAC raised in relation to tobacco imports?
What is the relevant law surrounding duty evasion?
How has HMRC approached duty evasion in the recent past?
What should companies involved in importing products be aware of in relation to duty tax (and reimporting)?
Are there other industries that could be falling into similar practices to the tobacco firms?
What should lawyers do next?

Article summary

Tax analysis: David Anderson, a partner in PwC Legal LLP and leader of the indirect tax litigation team, discusses the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report on tobacco smuggling and customs duty evasion, advising that tobacco manufacturers can expect HM Revenue & Customs(HMRC) to increase its activity in combatting fraud.

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