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VAT, Customs and International Trade

Leading you away from problems and towards opportunities.

Navigating the Customs and International Trade landscape


How we add value

Tailored training sessions meeting the specific needs of your business/staff

We are regularly asked to present for regulators such as Charity Finance Group, ICAEW, ISBA, and Charity Tax Group. We also host VAT Practitioner Group meetings, are part of a technical VAT Committee, and chair the Trade Unions Finance Officers Committee. Additionally we have spoken at events for organisations such as the British Ports Association and the Department for International Trade. We participate in Joint Customs Consultative Committee meetings, the Automated Customs and International Trade Association, Customs Practitioners Group, and the Institute of Export and International Trade.

VAT and Customs training for your business           Making Tax Digital training for your business


Our team

Our team has intimate knowledge of HMRC, not only because all our team members are previous HMRC employees, but because we liaise daily with the organisations that deal with your indirect tax responsibilities. Our in-depth knowledge of the application of VAT and Customs duties to your industry allows us to deal promptly with your enquiries and to ensure your VAT and Customs duty position is optimised.

Tax Risk Scorecard

As organisations increase their focus on the management of tax risk and ensuring robust processes and controls are in place; the emphasis is now on ‘how’ tax compliance is dealt with and making sure the right amount of tax is paid at the right time.

Score your tax risk, processes and controls to ensure good tax governance

Tax Risk

Our tax risk and integrity services reflect the changed climate in which businesses and tax advisors now operate; tax has become an emotive and high profile subject thanks to significant reporting in the media, punitive measures being taken by HMRC to challenge tax evasion and difficult economic times.

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Our latest thinking

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VAT treatment of income received from charity fundraising events
HMRC's brief provides information about the VAT treatment update for supplies by charities and qualifying bodies related to fundraising events.
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Amendment to VAT recovery rules for pension fund VAT
HMRC has announced a relaxation to its approach to the recovery of VAT by organisations on the costs of their Defined Benefit pension schemes.
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Exporting goods from Great Britain
Having the right processes and controls in place can remove this risk and ensure that businesses can trade with countries across the globe.
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HMRC target tax due on income from online influencers
HMRC is running a targeted campaign aimed at influencers. We look at the tax and VAT issues that may arise from their online activity income.
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Bolt UK VAT ruling raises tax questions for ride-hailing services
The wider implications of Bolt’s recent VAT success in the UK and look at other upcoming developments that ride-hailing services need to anticipate
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Top 10 VAT topics for non profit and social purpose organisations
A summary of some of the main VAT changes, issues, and key challenges affecting the sector.
Three people working on post it notes
VAT treatment of income received from charity fundraising events
HMRC's brief provides information about the VAT treatment update for supplies by charities and qualifying bodies related to fundraising events.
women in interview
Amendment to VAT recovery rules for pension fund VAT
HMRC has announced a relaxation to its approach to the recovery of VAT by organisations on the costs of their Defined Benefit pension schemes.
cargo ship under bridge
Exporting goods from Great Britain
Having the right processes and controls in place can remove this risk and ensure that businesses can trade with countries across the globe.
Female-lady-looking-at-phone
HMRC target tax due on income from online influencers
HMRC is running a targeted campaign aimed at influencers. We look at the tax and VAT issues that may arise from their online activity income.
Blurred cars on dark road
Bolt UK VAT ruling raises tax questions for ride-hailing services
The wider implications of Bolt’s recent VAT success in the UK and look at other upcoming developments that ride-hailing services need to anticipate
lady writing on a clear board
Top 10 VAT topics for non profit and social purpose organisations
A summary of some of the main VAT changes, issues, and key challenges affecting the sector.

VAT bitesize webinars


Short succinct updates to support your VAT position.

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Getting ready to develop again
Discussing VAT and CIS considerations, covering increased interest in acquiring undevelopable land, repurposing buildings, and ensuring tax-efficient structures for commercial developers and housing associations.
VAT update for UK businesses 2024
Our update looks at hot topics and recent trends about VAT for UK businesses, following the many important VAT-related judgements delivered by the courts as well as changes in the areas HMRC focus their attention. 
Charity Tax Update 2025

This webinar, delivered by specialists from our VAT and tax teams, will focus on the key issues affecting the sector, as well as other updates and news that may impact your organisation.

Social Housing VAT update 2024
Covering VAT issues they've seen arising at housing associations over the last year, VAT changes in the pipeline relevant to the sector, as well as the VAT impacts of the current environment for social housing providers.
VAT for Trade Unions
Virtual VAT training course for finance staff operating in trade unions, will cover a mixture of topics, ranging from new penalty regime, COVID-19 measures, Making Tax Digital and reverse charges.
Navigating the Capital Goods Scheme
Providing a practical guidance on the Capital Goods Scheme, with an understanding of what items are covered and the next steps for your organisation. 
Understanding key VAT issues for membership bodies and professional bodies
Focusing on common issues and the essential rules, with both exemption and membership apportionment impacting the amount of VAT due to HMRC, it continues to be a complex area to navigate. 
E-commerce in the UK and EU
Delivered by Crowe specialists from the UK and EU, looking at movement of stock, customs, VAT reporting and EU rules for platform trading applicable to e-commerce retailers. 
Social Housing VAT update 2023
Covering VAT issues seen arising at housing associations over the last year, VAT changes in the pipeline relevant to the sector, and the VAT impacts of the current environment for Social Housing providers.
Charity VAT update
VAT can be a complex area for non-profits. Our next bi-annual charity VAT update will focus on the ongoing issues affecting the sector, plus other VAT issues and news that may impact your organisation. 
VAT in a digital age
This webinar will look at the European Commission's recently published VAT in the Digital Age proposals.
VAT for Trade Unions
Aimed at those dealing with VAT accounting on a day-to-day basis, who wish to update their knowledge and find out the latest news and guidance.

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Robert Warne
Rob Warne
Partner, Head of VAT, Customs and International TradeLondon