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Written question asked by Austin Mitchell (Labour) on Friday, 20 February 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 24 February 2015. It was answered by David Gauke (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 February 2015 on behalf of the Treasury.


Tax Avoidance

Question

To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, if he will introduce legislation to make partners from accountancy firms ineligible for HM Treasury appointments if a tax tribunal or court finds that tax avoidance schemes marketed by such firms are unlawful.

Answer

All senior staff are appointed in line with the public appointments code.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
224571
Session
2014-15
Subjects
Accountancy Tax avoidance
Link
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