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Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 25 January 2012, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 30 January 2012. It was answered by David Gauke (Conservative) on Monday, 30 January 2012 on behalf of the Treasury.


VAT: Internet

Question
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will reconsider his requirement for VAT returns to be made online by April 2012 for small traders in (a) rural and (b) other areas without good broadband access.
Answer

From April 2012 virtually all VAT-registered businesses will have to file VAT returns online.Broadband is not required to file a VAT return. HMRC VAT filing software can be used with dial-up internet connections.HMRC has put in place extensive support to enable customers to go online, and has also worked with third parties (such as UK Online, national and regional trade and enterprise bodies, and the bookkeeping and agent organisations) to ensure that support is in place for those who need it. HMRC has published details of all the help and support available to VAT customers moving to online filing on the 'What's New' section of its website:"http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/news/index.htm"


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
92625; 539 c516W
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Internet VAT
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk