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DESCRIPTION:<a href="https://www.derbyshirealc.gov.uk/event/introduction-to
 -vat-536">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! Details This session is for clerks\, finance staff and
  councillors. It explains how VAT rules affects local councils\, focussing
  on those that are not VAT registered\, but reclaim VAT using Form VAT126.
  Essential for any council contemplating major building projects. Alternat
 ive sessions are available in our programme for councils that are register
 ed for VAT and submit VAT returns directly from their accounting software.
  Topics include: • how VAT law applies to local councils • where to fi
 nd the law and guidance • what are business and non-business activities 
 • understanding whether sales are taxable or exempt from VAT • when a 
 council must register for VAT • when VAT can be reclaimed • partial ex
 emption • reclaiming VAT when using grants and donations By the end of t
 his session you will: • Know where to find the relevant legislation and 
 guidance • Understand the key concepts of VAT • Know when a council ca
 n or can’t reclaim VAT • Recognise when a council must register for VA
 T • Be aware of activities that require special attention Session leader
 : Debra Smith or Steve Parkinson\, The Parkinson Partnership LLP Steve is 
 a former Town Clerk & an accountant with 30 years’ experience in public 
 sector finance\, who specialises in advice & training for the local counci
 l sector. Debra is an experienced consultant and former VAT inspector\, as
  well as being a parish councillor. Instructions This is an interactive se
 ssion\, you will need a device with a reasonable screen size such as a PC\
 , laptop or tablet to be able to participate fully. Your booking confirmat
 ion will contain a link to the online event. [...]
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SUMMARY:Introduction to VAT
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