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Direct Selling Campaign – just a month to go

Posted by: edwinsmith on January 31st, 2013

The Direct Selling Campaign, as included on our news feed in September 2012, will close on 28 February 2013.

This campaign is focused on those who are selling directly to customers such as door to door for example. You might call yourself an agent, a consultant, a representative or perhaps a distributor and your selling may involve leaving brochures for later collection, demonstrating products in the home or at a party organised by the homeowner.

Even if you only sell to friends and family, it makes no difference. Tax may still be due on any earnings you generate.

Your disclosure and the payment of any tax must be made by 28 February.

HMRC are writing to direct sellers to make them aware of the campaign now. After the deadline, HMRC will start to make contact with those who did not come forward, where HMRC believe that they owe tax.

On 7 February, HMRC (@HMRCgovuk) is holding a live Twitter question and answer session between 1pm and 2pm.

If you know you need to make a disclosure under the Direct Selling Campaign, then complete the Direct Selling Campaign disclosure form today.  If you need any assistance or more advice on your own circumstances then please contact us.