UK: Tax issues under further clarification
The UK Government has committed to create a level playing field on VAT for retail investors in Islamic finance products. In his Pre-Budget Report statement, the Chancellor, Alistair Darling, says he will also provide relief from tax on capital gains for alternative property refinance transactions to maintain the UK's position as a centre for Islamic finance.
In addition, guidance will be issued on VAT treatment of alternative finance investment bonds.
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