PAYE Contributions Debate

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Points of Order
Wednesday 8th September 2010

(14 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Gauke Portrait Mr Gauke
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I urge them to wait. I understand the frustration, but if we are to provide support to people efficiently and effectively, it is better to wait. Limited support can be provided until that letter arrives, so I urge his constituents to be patient.

Jim Shannon Portrait Jim Shannon (Strangford) (DUP)
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It would seem that the left hand of HMRC does not know of the information held in the right hand. What assurance can the Minister give to members of the public that such information can be better co-ordinated to ensure that such mistakes do not happen again?

David Gauke Portrait Mr Gauke
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The hon. Gentleman makes a good point. To be fair, the NPS system brings the information together, but unfortunately, that has highlighted more difficult cases. In fact, as we move forward with the NPS system and—potentially—further reforms, HMRC should have more accurate information and so be able accurately to assess the level of tax due.

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