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Ofcom is the regulator and competition authority for the UK communications industries. It regulates the TV and radio sectors, fixed line telecoms, mobiles, postal services, plus the airwaves over which wireless devices operate. Ofcom works with the Department for Science,...
Read the Council Directive 2003/48/EC of 3 June 2003 on taxation of savings income in the form of interest payments.
How the telecoms regulatory framework is affected by the UK leaving the EU.
New landmark rulings set to introduce competition in the Broadcasting and Telecoms Sectors
The Office of Telecommunications (Oftel) was responsible for promoting competition and maintaining the interests of consumers in the UK telecommunications market. It was merged with the Office of Communications in 2003.
Find out about the VAT domestic reverse charge procedure which applies to the buying and selling of certain goods and services.
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