§ Mr. ChopeTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received from small firms about the administrative arrangements for the Working Families Tax Credit. [2046]
§ Dawn PrimaroloPayment of tax credits by employers plays an important part in reinforcing the link between tax credits and the rewards of work.
The Inland Revenue is in continuous consultation with employers' representatives, and has been since 1998, to ensure any extra administration because of the tax credits is kept to a minimum and, where possible, reduced. The Inland Revenue is continually monitoring and assessing the tax credits scheme and involving employers' representatives at all stages.