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A trust is a way of managing assets (money, investments, land or buildings) for people - types of trust, how they are taxed, where to get help.
A trust is a way of managing assets (money, investments, land or…
The main types of trust are: bare trusts interest in possession trusts…
These are trusts set up by parents for children under 18 who have never…
Some trusts for disabled people or children get special tax treatment.…
Most trusts do not pay Income Tax on income up to a tax-free amount…
Capital Gains Tax is a tax on the profit (‘gain’) when something (an…
Inheritance Tax may have to be paid on a person’s estate (their money and…
If you’re a trust beneficiary there are different rules depending on the…
As the trustee, you’re responsible for reporting and paying tax on behalf…
Most trusts need to be registered. There are some cases where you do not…
Register your trust online if you’re a trustee.
Register your client’s trust online if you’re a tax agent or adviser.
Use the online service to update details of your trust, declare no changes, authorise an agent, get proof of registration or close a trust on the trust register.
Guidance for manufacturers, importers and distributors on the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 and Regulations 2023.
Trust ports (TP) are independent statutory bodies, each governed by their own, unique, statutes and controlled by a local independent board. There are no shareholders or owners and any surplus is ploughed back into each port for the benefit of...
The most recent standards for digital identity and attribute services, with a record of previous versions.
The government is working to protect UK citizens and businesses from the threats posed by poorly secured consumer connectable products (also known as 'IoT' or 'smart' devices.)
How to submit a request to Companies House to get trust information for an overseas entity, and what details we'll share.
The guide, toolkit and further information for GB authorities with responsibility for consumer product safety.
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