- Hotel La Tour Ltd (HLT) sought to recover VAT on costs related to a share sale used to fund a new hotel.
- HMRC denied VAT recovery, arguing the costs related to an exempt share sale.
- The Supreme Court upheld HMRC’s position, ruling the costs were directly linked to the exempt share sale, not the overall business.
- The Court rejected arguments based on recent CJEU case law and the purpose of the transaction.
- HLT’s appeal was dismissed, confirming VAT was not deductible on these costs.
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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