- The FTT dismissed UK Computer Supplies Ltd’s appeal against HMRC’s decision to deny input VAT recovery.
- The denial was based on the Kittel principle due to VAT fraud through MTIC fraud.
- UKCSL accepted VAT losses but disputed the fraud connection and their knowledge of it.
- The FTT found UKCSL did not have actual knowledge of the fraud.
- However, UKCSL should have known the transactions were connected to VAT fraud.
- UKCSL was aware of HMRC guidance on spotting fraud but ignored red flags.
- No due diligence or credit checks were conducted on involved parties.
- The FTT concluded the only credible explanation for the transactions was their connection to VAT fraud.
- UKCSL’s explanation of their role as a value-added reseller was deemed not reasonable or credible.
Source: claritaxnews.com
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