Complaint
The programme included an item on HMRCβs βloan chargeβ, a provision introduced in April 2019 to levy a charge on loans to employees now deemed to be disguised remuneration.Β A listener complained that it was one-sided.
Outcome
Though the item reflected the fact that the provision has attracted widespread criticism, it fell short of due impartiality by not including any representation of HMRCβs response.
Upheld
Further action
The programme team has been advised of the need to reflect an official response, even where no-one is available to contribute to the on-air discussion.Β Β