Local government

We are experienced in working alongside local authorities and can assist in and improve the recovery of your debts. 

Our Recovery and Insolvency department is staffed by a team of 16, all with in-depth knowledge of bankruptcy, together with other personal insolvency and corporate recovery solutions. 

We have experience of assisting local authorities and can provide:- 

  • Tailored advice and solutions on debt collection and the merits of instigating legal action; for example - statutory demands and bankruptcy petitions
  • Support with insolvency procedures – ensuring maximum returns are achieved
  • Insolvency training to relevant staff within your organisation. 

Whilst some of our most recent work has been working alongside local authorities dealing with council tax, national non-domestic rates and sundry debt arrears, the same approach can be applied to other debts, such as housing rent. 

In addition, we have access to advice on a range of accountancy matters from our expert colleagues in forensic services, taxation, corporate finance and audit. 

If you would like further information on how we could assist you and your department, please contact me at the Gosforth address and telephone number below, or alternatively email ian.wallace@taitwalker.co.uk

PAYE worries?

Your employees will be one of the most important assets of your organisation. PAYE regulations are complex and if your organisation does not comply it could be faced with further tax assessments, interest charges and penalties. 

Our Public Sector and Employment Tax Group have developed a diagnostic tool to comprehensively review the effectiveness of your PAYE systems and processes. The tool is based on H M Revenue & Custom’s own systems and reviews areas such as: 

Benefits: company cars and vans, home telephones, round sum allowances, clothing allowances, relocation expenses, long service awards, transfer of assets, beneficial loans, employer provided accommodation and staff entertaining.
Expenses: travel and subsistence payments, client entertaining and reimbursement of other business expenses.
Employment status: employed or self employed and examination of accepted policies.
Salary sacrifice schemes: in relation to childcare, smart pension and home computers
Construction industry scheme: monthly returns and verification processes
PAYE Settlement Agreements and Dispensations: are they relevant? 

At the end of the Review you can expect a report that clearly sets out the potential risks with appropriate recommendations. 

If you would like further information on how we could assist you avoid the risk of incurring tax penalties, please contact me at the Gosforth address and telephone number below, or alternatively email me on ian.wallace@taitwalker.co.uk