Question to the HM Treasury:

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with reference to the oral contribution of the Prime Minister of 4 September 2019, whether he plans to suspend the collection of settlements in relation to the 2019 Loan Charge while a review is being undertaken.

The Prime Minister on 4 September 2019 announced that the Government will undertake a thorough review of the loan charge. The Government will set out further details shortly and HMRC will confirm the next steps for those affected soon afterwards.

No settlements have been suspended and the loan charge remains in force. HMRC have paused in finalising new settlements, while details of the review are being confirmed. Those who have settled their disguised remuneration scheme use and have agreed a payment plan with HMRC should continue to pay their settlements in line with their contract agreements.