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Independent Review of HMRC: Accountability for Taxpayer Justice

Submitted by Neil Denning on Thursday 12th December 2024

Published on Wednesday 5th February 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Tuesday 5th August 2025

Signatures: 59

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Independent Review of HMRC: Accountability for Taxpayer Justice

Petition Details

The HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) plays a vital role in collecting taxes and ensuring compliance with the UK’s tax laws. However, many taxpayers have reported issues with HMRC’s processes, including unjustified demands for tax payments from years prior.

Additional Information

We, the undersigned, call on the UK Parliament to initiate an independent review of HMRC. This should focus on the following:
1. Transparency and Proof: Ensure that HMRC provides clear and sufficient evidence before issuing tax demands.
2. Fair Practices: Review cases of backdated tax claims to ensure they are lawful and substantiated.
3. Public Accountability: Identify any systemic issues within HMRC’s operations


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