HMRC have updated their policy on early termination fees and other compensation payments. HMRC have confirmed that dilapidation payments following a lease termination and liquidated damages in construction contracts will remain outside the scope of VAT in most cases. However, most other payments are confirmed to be subject to VAT.
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