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How to Deal With HMRC’s Code of Practice 9 Investigations and Disclosures

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Code of Practice 9 is the framework under which HMRC carries out serious civil tax investigations, where tax fraud is suspected. These types of investigations are handled differently by HMRC as compared to self-assessment enquiries, and specialist advice is key to ensuring that clients navigate the process as successfully as possible.

Attend this course for an overview of:

  • the circumstances in which HMRC will open Code of Practice 9 investigations
  • how investigations are operated, and
  • key considerations for practitioners should they encounter such an investigation

In a short, easy-to-understand module, you’ll cover everything you need to understand about HMRC’s Code of Practice 9 investigations and learn how to best support your clients through the process.

Learning outcomes

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • recognise the seriousness of investigations under HMRC’s Code of Practice 9
  • understand the actions that are required from taxpayers within a very short initial timeframe
  • help clients take appropriate steps to manage the process, and facilitate the seeking of specialist advice
How you will learn

Course format  

This interactive online training consists of the following elements.

An interactive course presentation, with a variety of knowledge checks spaced throughout, to test understanding of the material as the learner progresses.

Our modules conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1. However, some members may require an alternative version for accessibility purposes. This is available upon request via our contact us form.

Assessment  

In order to pass the assessment you must achieve a mark of 70%.

The knowledge checks included in the course presentation are intended to aid your understanding of the content and offer the opportunity to apply your knowledge. They do not form part of the assessment.

Length  

The course will take approximately 30 minutes to complete, excluding assessment.

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This course was developed by two industry experts.

No. of items Discount
11 – 19 15%
20 – 29 20%
30 – 39 25%
40 + 30%
£57.89 ex VAT
Type of training
CPD
Format
Bitesize
Level
Intermediate
Who is this for?
Solicitors
Course length
30 mins
Assessment type
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions).
SRA Competence
A2

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