Written question asked by Lord Forsyth of Drumlean (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord McKenzie of Luton (Labour) on Monday, 13 March 2006.

Taxation

Question: Further to the Written Answer by the Lord McKenzie of Luton on 9 February (WA 123), what information they hold on the cost of external advice received in connection with taxation amounts which are in dispute.

Answer: HMRC keep records of the costs of external legal and any other advice received by the department. These cover advice given for taxation and other matters, only some of which will be for taxation in dispute.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 4229; 679 c202-3WA
Session: 2005-06
Related items: Revenue and Customs: External Legal Advice
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Subjects: Legal costs Tax collection Unpaid taxes
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk