- HMRC announced a change in VAT deduction policy for pension fund management.
- Employers can now deduct all VAT on administration and management of defined benefit pension funds.
- The previous dual use apportionment of investment costs is eliminated.
- This change may increase VAT recoverability and simplify VAT accounting.
- Trustees can also deduct input tax for providing management services to employers.
- The new policy is effective from 18 June 2025.
- Additional guidance will be published by Autumn 2025.
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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