Accounting Resources

Understanding how interest and dividends are taxed can be more complex than it initially appears. With changing tax rates and specific rules, the simplicity one might expect is often clouded by intricacies. This article provides a brief overview of how savings income is taxed. However, if the income also falls under employment or business income, the rules for those income sources take precedence.

In this post we consider how company directors can be held personally liable for penalties imposed on the company, particularly through a Personal Liability Notice (PLN), in cases of fraud or serious negligence. We highlight situations where HMRC can issue a PLN, making directors or officers responsible for penalties related to VAT fraud, especially when the company becomes insolvent. Understanding these risks is crucial for directors to avoid personal financial liability.