- HMRC has issued a policy paper and draft legislation regarding the interpretation of VAT and excise legislation.
- The legislation clarifies how VAT and excise law should be interpreted in light of changes made by the REUL Act.
- The REUL Act ended the supremacy and special status of retained EU law in the UK.
- A “bespoke” approach is proposed for VAT and excise duty.
- The proposed legislation confirms that UK law cannot be quashed or disapplied on the basis of incompatibility with retained EU law.
- EU rights and principles will still have an effect on interpreting VAT and excise law.
- The draft legislation is open for technical consultation until 17 November 2023.
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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