There is a procedure in place for individuals and companies who HMRC’s investigative arm has targeted in the UK. It can be an incredibly stressful time if you happen to get caught up with this investigation process.

However, the consequences are severe, and it’s not just for the individual or company being investigated; their family will also suffer. You must trust your advisers at this point to preserve any legal right that may exist and maintain self-control during what will likely become one long process with many steps forward and back without resolution until resolving things through negotiation if possible.