I thought others might be interested in my new procedure, with which I have been replying to needless requests for information from HMRC, the Council, etc:
Oaktree Tax Simplification Procedure |
To press the Office of Tax Simplification appears to have done nothing. Oaktree is keen to play a small part in tax simplification. |
Hence, when asked to complete a form or give other information, Oaktree will ask: |
1. Does the body asking for this information definitely not already have it? |
2. Can Oaktree see a genuine commercial (as opposed to "this is our process") reason for doing it? |
3. Can the requester provide such a reason clearly and concisely? |
If the answer to all three questions is "Yes", the Oaktree procedure is to give the information. If not the Oaktree procedure is to politely decline it. |
Oaktree is sure you agree that compliance with our procedures is important and thanks you for your co-operation with them. |