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New laws to be introduced to ban unavoidable hidden fees to force businesses to be upfront with customers
VAT and other taxes on shopping and services, including tax-free shopping, energy-saving equipment and mobility aids.
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Rules for online and distance selling for businesses
Restrictions during lockdowns impacted where we could spend our money, pushing up the proportion of online retail sales to an all-time high. This article analyses RSI, CHAPS, and Revolut data to explore what people were spending their money on from...
This research explored the attitudes and experiences of individuals shopping online, including misrepresentation or undervaluation, and consumer awareness of VAT and customs requirements.
Directives, regulations, policies and guidance relating to the procurement of supplies, services and works for the public sector.
How online marketplaces will deal with VAT for goods from overseas that are sold to customers in the UK.
This is the official one-stop shop for businesses on child online safety.
How to pay the VAT due on your One Stop Shop VAT (OSS) Return and how long it takes for your payment to reach HMRC.
NHS Business Services Authority contact number for ordering prepaid prescriptions for 3 or 12 months at a cheaper rate than single prescriptions
Procurement options available from the Crown Commercial Service for the public sector.
Search for a personalised number plate registration and buy it from DVLA online or at auction
Information and guidance on a range of medical devices for users and patients.
Access online catalogues and get quotes for the procurement of low value goods and services across the public sector.
A 60-second summary on how to make sure you're in charge of the additional features your child can buy in app-based and online games.
Find out your VAT obligations if you use an online marketplace to sell goods in the UK.
How to apply to provide digital technologies under the Help to Grow: Digital scheme if you're a software vendor.
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