Nichola's SME Tax news 10 March 2010

The highlight of the week for the tax obsessed is that the Budget is set for 24 March. We expect new Transactions in Securities rules - designed to scupper those who abuse ESC C16? But, what about close company loans? I note HMRC has been updating its guidance.

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