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Article Abstract:

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland's taxation practices committee (TPC) exists to help Institute members improve their taxation practice. TPC has four subcommittees that focus on the areas of capital taxes, international tax, technical and value-added tax. It also has about 450 members who are experts on a wide variety of tax concerns, as well as working parties that deal with relevant consultation matters. TPC regularly communicates with the Inland Revenue, Customs and Excise and the Contributions Agency regarding emerging issues. In addition, it often sends representatives to the EC Commission in Brussels for discussions about tax matters. The committee lobbies members of parliament or members of the House of Lords to influence the passing of new legislation. Currently, TPC is actively pursuing further discussions on the surplus ACT issue.

Tax policy

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Public concerns

Article Abstract:

The responsibilities of the Public Sector Committee (PSC) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) continue to undergo metamorphosis in response to corresponding changes in the public sector. The six areas of concern of the committee include local authorities, health boards and trusts, agencies, housing associations, tertiaryeducation and charities. PSC provides consultation to the Council on public sector-related issues that may affect the various activities of ICAS members. It also establishes liaison with local authorities and other bodies to discuss public sector concerns. The various activities of the committee in 1992 and itsfuture plans are discussed.

Management

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