In this episode, Alexis Armitage, Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate at RPC, speaks with Rebecca Sheldon of Old Square Tax Chambers, about the Court of Appeal’s recent decision in A Taxpayer v HMRC, in which Rebecca was instructed on behalf of the taxpayer.

The discussion focuses on how "exceptional circumstances" under the Statutory Residence Test (SRT) should be interpreted, particularly where personal and moral obligations are involved.

Join Alexis and Rebecca as they discuss:

• the background of the case and why HMRC challenged the taxpayer’s UK residency status
• the SRT and the meaning of "exceptional circumstances"
• why the taxpayer's claim under the SRT is of particular interest
• the journey of the case through the FTT, the UT and finally the Court of Appeal
• how the case is relevant for other taxpayers seeking to rely on "exceptional circumstances" in the context of the SRT
• the key lessons from the decision for taxpayers and advisors on evidence and planning residency days.

Thank you for listening to this episode. You can listen to and subscribe to Taxing Matters on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and stay up to date with developments in the tax world.

If you would like to discuss any of the matters raised in this episode, or find out more about our tax services, please contact Adam Craggs or Alexis Armitage.

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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In this episode, our host and Senior Associate at RPC, Alexis Armitage, is joined by Jonathan Davey KC, of Wilberforce Chambers, one of the UK’s leading barristers in commercial chancery work with a particular focus on tax, trusts and property.

Jonathan shares his practical insights and top tips for navigating the complexities of tax litigation, drawing on decades of experience at the Bar; from keeping cases simple and crafting compelling narratives, to mastering the detail of documentary evidence and knowing when to settle.

Whether you are a tax advisor, litigator, or in-house counsel, this episode offers useful tips for anyone involved in tax disputes and litigation against HMRC.

If you would like to discuss any of the matters raised in this episode, or find out more about our tax litigation offering, please contact Adam Craggs or Alexis Armitage.

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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In this episode, our host and Senior Associate at RPC, Alexis Armitage, is joined by Simon Reed, Director and wealth manager at RBC Brewin Dolphin, and head of the Entertainment, Media & Sports client segment in London. Together, they delve into the unique financial challenges faced by clients in the creative industries, including actors, musicians, and digital creators.

Join Alexis and Simon in this month's episode as they discuss:

• the complexities of managing unpredictable income streams
• the importance of early wealth planning for creatives
• working collaboratively with tax lawyers and accountants on cross-border and residency issues
• protecting and monetising intellectual property (IP)
• emerging trends in long-term financial planning, including pensions, succession, and philanthropy
• the rise of new client types in the digital creator economy and their distinct advisory needs.

Whether you advise creatives or are part of the entertainment sector yourself, this episode offers practical insights on how to navigate wealth management and maximise after-tax returns in a rapidly evolving industry.

Our Tax, Investigations and Financial Crime team advise individuals and businesses on a range of complex tax matters. The team is ranked Band 1 in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Tax: Private Client. If you would like to discuss any of the matters raised in this episode, or find out more about our work for high net worth clients, please contact Adam Craggs or Alexis Armitage.

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

Notice from RBC Brewin Dolphin:

• RBC does not offer tax advice and this does not constitute tax or legal advice. Tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in the future.
• The value of investments, and any income from them, can fall and you may get back less than you invested
• Information is provided only as an example and is not a recommendation to pursue a particular strategy.

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From 1 September 2025, the new failure to prevent fraud offence will come into effect under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). Statutory guidance from the Home Office sets out the framework that large organisations should implement by September 2025, to ensure they have in place reasonable fraud prevention procedures.

In this three-part special of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast, RPC's Tom Jenkins, Of Counsel and Financial Crime specialist joins Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters podcast host to discuss the new offence and its potential impact on businesses, and other developments relevant to the law of corporate criminal liability.

In the final episode of the series, Alexis Armitage and Tom Jenkins discuss the future of corporate criminal liability, focusing on new and upcoming legal developments.

In this episode, they discuss:

• developments regarding “failure to prevent” offences, including bribery, facilitation of tax evasion, and the forthcoming fraud offence
• the potential impact of the proposed Crime and Policing Bill, which could significantly broaden corporate liability further, including in relation to non-financial crime offences
• key considerations for organisations in preparation for 1 September 2025, including compliance, training, and risk assessment.
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All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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From 1 September 2025, the new failure to prevent fraud offence will come into effect under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). Statutory guidance from the Home Office sets out the framework that large organisations should implement by September 2025, to ensure they have in place reasonable fraud prevention procedures.

In this three-part special of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast, RPC's Tom Jenkins, Of Counsel and Financial Crime specialist joins Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters podcast host to discuss the new offence and its potential impact on businesses, and other developments relevant to the law of corporate criminal liability.

In the second episode of our series, Alexis and Tom dive into the new failure to prevent fraud offence, which comes into force in September 2025 under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, and discuss:

• details of the new offence and who it will apply to
• which fraud offences are in scope
• an analysis of its effect on large organisations and smaller businesses
• jurisdictional scope, including risks for overseas companies
• the “reasonable procedures” defence and six key compliance principles
• what businesses should be doing now in readiness

Stay tuned for the final episode in our series as we look at what might be coming next in this fast-moving area of the law.

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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From 1 September 2025, the new failure to prevent fraud offence will come into effect under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). Statutory guidance from the Home Office sets out the framework that large organisations should implement by September 2025, to ensure they have in place reasonable fraud prevention procedures.

In this three-part special of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast, RPC's Tom Jenkins, Of Counsel and Financial Crime specialist joins Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters podcast host to discuss the new offence and its potential impact on businesses, and other developments relevant to the law of corporate criminal liability.

Part 1: A recap on corporate criminal liability

In part 1, Alexis and Tom look at how the law around corporate criminal liability is changing and discuss:

• the historic “identification doctrine” and its limitations for law enforcement bodies when seeking to prosecute companies
• key criticisms of the old law and why reform was needed
• the major changes introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, including the new legal test for attributing criminal liability to companies
• what counts as a “senior manager” under that new test and which offences are in scope
• steps organisations should consider in response to this important change in the law.

Coming soon

Stay tuned for our next episodes as we take a more in depth look at the new failure to prevent fraud offence, and consider the future of corporate criminal liability.

• Part 2: What is failure to prevent fraud? | Thursday 24 July
• Part 3: Looking ahead: further developments for corporate criminal liability | Thursday 31 July

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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In this episode, our host and Senior Associate at RPC, Alexis Armitage, is joined by colleagues Helen Kerr and Tom Wild from RPC's Professional Liability team to explore how professional negligence claims can arise during the lifecycle of a tax dispute.

Together, they consider where advisers, particularly lawyers and accountants, face exposure to negligence claims, as they discuss:

• the typical lifecycle of a tax dispute
• common scenarios where negligence may occur
• how courts assess negligence
• the role of insurers in professional negligence cases
• practical tips for advisers, lawyers, and insurers to prevent negligence

Whether you are a tax adviser or insurer, this episode offers insights into how tax advice can go wrong, and how to safeguard against it.

If you would like to discuss any of the matters raised in this episode, please contact Adam Craggs or Alexis Armitage.

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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In this special Mental Health Awareness Week episode of Taxing Matters, host Alexis Armitage welcomes Jo Maughan, career coach and former tax director, to discuss how professionals can manage their critical inner voice and break down mental barriers in their mind.

With many years of experience working in tax at BP and PwC, Jo understands the high-achieving, perfectionist mindset that tax professionals often develop. In this episode, Alexis and Jo explore:

• the unique challenges professionals face in tax and other high-pressure jobs
• how the critical inner voice is amplified by competitive work environments
• practical tools for quieting self-doubt, including the FOG method (Fact, Opinion, Guess)
• the importance of getting out of your head and into your body through mindfulness and movement.

As discussed on the podcast, if you would like to sign-up for Jo’s mindful walks in London and Guildford this summer, you can do so here.

If you would like to discuss any of the matters raised in this episode, please contact Adam Craggs or Alexis Armitage.

All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice.

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