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Mini Umbrella Company (MUC) fraud – what is it?

By James Leckie | Last updated: May 15, 2021

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HMRC has published guidance on 'mini umbrella company fraud' - a widespread practice involving the creation of multiple companies to employ temporary workers, with the aim of exploiting the Flat Rate VAT and Employment Allowance schemes. … [more]

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