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Understanding the evolving role of tax advisers and agents in the avoidance marketplace

This research explored the role of tax advisers and agents in the tax avoidance market.

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Understanding the evolving role of tax advisers and agents in the avoidance marketplace

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This research aimed to enhance HMRC’s understanding of the evolving role being played by tax agents and advisers in the avoidance market.

The research aimed to understand:

  • the role of tax advisers and agents in the avoidance supply chain
  • the shifting operational environment
  • agents perceptions of the role of HMRC within the marketplace

Twelve in-depth interviews were conducted with tax agents with some proximity to the tax avoidance marketplace. Fieldwork took place between January and March 2017.

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Published 23 April 2020

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