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Public Contracts (UK Tax Requirements) Bill

To place certain requirements relating to payment of tax in the UK on companies bidding for public contracts; to prohibit the transfer of such contracts overseas; to require companies bidding for public contracts to provide certain information relating to tax payments and for related purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Dame Nia GriffithLabour (Co-op)

Last Updated

16 October 2008

In Plain English

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This bill would require companies bidding for UK public contracts to meet UK tax payment requirements and to disclose information about their tax payments. It would also prohibit transferring such contracts overseas to avoid UK tax obligations. Overall, it aims to improve transparency and accountability in public procurement.

Key Points

Requires bidders for UK public contracts to comply with UK tax payment requirements
Bidders must provide information about their tax payments and tax compliance
Prohibits transferring the performance or ownership of public contracts overseas to avoid UK tax obligations
Aims to improve transparency and accountability in the use of public funds
Applies to companies bidding for UK public sector contracts

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it will move to the Committee Stage for detailed consideration.

Who is affected?

Companies bidding for UK public sector contractsPublic sector procurement authorities and buyersTax professionals and advisers supporting biddersUK taxpayers (indirectly)

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