Detta är ett online-evenemang. Anslutningsinstruktioner kommer att ges efter bokningen.
This session is for clerks, finance staff and councillors. It explains how VAT rules affects local councils, whether they are VAT registered or reclaim VAT using Form VAT126.
Essential for any council contemplating major building projects.
Topics include:
• how VAT law applies to local councils
• where to find the law and guidance
• what are business and non-business activities
• understanding whether sales are taxable or exempt from VAT
• when a council must register for VAT
• when VAT can be reclaimed
• partial exemption
• reclaiming VAT when using grants and donations
By the end of this session you will:
• Know where to find the relevant legislation and guidance
• Understand the key concepts of VAT
• Know when a council can or can’t reclaim VAT
• Recognise when a council must register for VAT
• Be aware of activities that require special attention
Session leader: Debra Smith or Steve Parkinson, The Parkinson Partnership LLP
Steve is a former Town Clerk & an accountant with 30 years’ experience in public sector finance, who specialises in advice & training for the local council sector.
Debra is an experienced consultant and former VAT inspector, as well as being a parish councillor.
This is an interactive session, you will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC, laptop or tablet to be able to participate fully.
Your booking confirmation will contain a link to the online event. Please ensure that you log in at least 10 minutes before the session starts, make sure that your screen name includes your first and last names.
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Councillor ticket - Free place
For parish and town councillors only
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£0.00Free | |
Clerk/RFO/staff ticket
For local council employees only.
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£0.00Free |
Zoom online classroom