
Spiralling UK tax administration costs blamed on complex system, warns watchdog
A complex UK tax system is driving up administration costs for both HMRC and businesses, warns the NAO. Calls grow for simplification to ease the burden.
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A complex UK tax system is driving up administration costs for both HMRC and businesses, warns the NAO. Calls grow for simplification to ease the burden.

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