Tax Enquiry and Support

A tax enquiry is when HMRC asks for additional information about your tax return, your business records or your personal financial affairs. It may be a simple check or a full, detailed investigation. Our role is to protect you, manage the process and help bring the matter to a swift resolution.

HMRC inquiries can be triggered for many reasons; random selection, discrepancies, industry benchmarks, third-party data or simple misunderstandings. An enquiry doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong. We help you understand the reason, respond appropriately and avoid unnecessary escalation.

Yes. These enquiries can be time-consuming, stressful and costly if not handled correctly. As Chartered Tax Advisers with decades of experience, we ensure you are fully protected, your rights are upheld and your position is presented clearly and accurately.

We manage the entire process on your behalf: Communicating with HMRC, preparing responses, reviewing your records, identifying risks, negotiating settlements where needed, and driving the enquiry to closure as quickly and efficiently as possible. You get a dedicated adviser guiding you at every stage.

It depends on the scope. Some close within weeks. More complex investigations can take several months. Our proactive approach, clear documentation and strategic communication significantly speed up the process by preventing delays and unnecessary back-and-forth.

Absolutely. Whether you’ve just received the initial letter or you’re deep into correspondence with HMRC, we can step in at any point to take control of the process, correct earlier steps, and guide the enquiry toward the best possible outcome.

We analyse the position in detail, negotiate where appropriate, challenge incorrect assessments and work to minimise any liabilities. Our experience often results in reduced assessments, interest or penalties, or closure with no changes at all when the position is correct.

Left unmanaged, inquiries can cause disruption and uncertainty. With DSK, you get protection, clarity and a structured plan. We handle everything behind the scenes so you can stay focused on running your business.

You get a combination that’s rare: 40 years of trust, City-level tax expertise and a proactive, human approach. We’ve guided clients through everything from simple checks to complex investigations, resolving issues quickly, protecting reputations and reducing risk for the future.

We provide ongoing compliance, year-round tax reviews and proactive advisory support. This ensures your structure, reporting and records are watertight which dramatically reduces the likelihood of future inquiries.