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This scheme sets out the rules for how payments to subcontractors for construction work must be handled by contractors in the construction industry.
It applies mainly to contractors and subcontractors in mainstream construction work. Businesses or organisations who have a high annual spend on construction may also count as contractors and fall under the scheme.
Please call the HMRC CIS helpline to register for CIS tax.
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