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DESCRIPTION:<a href="https://www.derbyshirealc.gov.uk/event/introduction-to
 -vat-381">Introduction to VAT</a>\nIntroduction to VAT Important Informati
 on: This course is organised by DALC but will be delivered by The Parkinso
 n Partnership through an online Zoom session. We recommend booking well in
  advance\, as spots tend to fill up quickly. Secure your place early to av
 oid disappointment! This course provides an in-depth overview of the Procu
 rement Act 2023\, focusing on the processes\, regulations\, and best pract
 ices for managing contracts valued at £30\,000 or more. Details This sess
 ion is for clerks\, finance staff and councillors. It explains how VAT rul
 es affects local councils\, focussing on those that are not VAT registered
 \, but reclaim VAT using Form VAT126. Essential for any council contemplat
 ing major building projects. Alternative sessions are available in our pro
 gramme for councils that are registered for VAT and submit VAT returns dir
 ectly from their accounting software. Topics include: • how VAT law appl
 ies to local councils • where to find the law and guidance • what are 
 business and non-business activities • understanding whether sales are t
 axable or exempt from VAT • when a council must register for VAT • whe
 n VAT can be reclaimed • partial exemption • reclaiming VAT when using
  grants and donations By the end of this session you will: • Know where 
 to find the relevant legislation and guidance • Understand the key conce
 pts of VAT • Know when a council can or can’t reclaim VAT • Recognis
 e when a council must register for VAT • Be aware of activities that req
 uire special attention Session leader: Debra Smith or Steve Parkinson\, Th
 e Parkinson Partnership LLP Steve is a former Town Clerk & an accountant w
 ith 30 years’ experience in public sector finance\, who specialises in a
 dvice & training for the local council sector. Debra is an experienced con
 sultant and former VAT inspector\, as well as being a parish councillor. I
 nstructions This is an interactive session\, you [...]
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SUMMARY:Introduction to VAT
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