HMRC Updates VAT Exemption for Temporary Medical Staff After Isle of Wight Tribunal Decision

• HMRC has updated its position on the VAT exemption for temporary medical staff following the Isle of Wight NHS Trust v HMRC tribunal decision.
• The VAT exemption now applies to supplies of locum doctors, including those provided by employment businesses.
• Suppliers who charged VAT on qualifying services in the last four years can claim for overpaid output tax, but must also adjust input tax recovery accordingly.
• HMRC may reject claims if the claimant cannot prove they bore the economic burden of the VAT.
• Suppliers of locum doctors should review their VAT treatment and seek advice on making corrections and claims.

Source: saffery.com

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