European Commission Launches Consultation On Venture Capital Tax 
Last week the European Commission launched a public consultation to collect factual examples of direct tax problems that can arise when venture capital is invested across borders.

Because of mismatches between the tax systems of the 27 EU member states, problems such as double taxation and legal or administrative uncertainty can arise when venture capital is invested across national borders.

The aim of the public consultation is to find concrete examples of direct tax problems and to assess the impact of these problems in terms of additional costs to investors and SMEs in the EU.

The Commission is also seeking suggestions from respondents on feasible solutions to address any such problems. On this basis, the Commission will be able to decide if there is a need for EU-level solutions to remedy the problems and develop the most appropriate policy response by 2013 that will eliminate any obstacles, while at the same time preventing tax avoidance and evasion.

The Commission has invited all interested parties, including individual citizens, businesses and business organisations, tax administrations and tax professionals in academia, to provide their views on this matter by 5 November 2012.

Algirdas Šemeta, Commissioner for Taxation, Customs, Anti-fraud and Audit, said: "Venture capital is an essential source of financing for companies, in particular innovative start-up SMEs facing the costs of developing know-how.

“SMEs are the backbone of the EU's economy and help to generate economic growth and new jobs. It is therefore the collective responsibility of the Commission and Member States to find solutions to tax obstacles that hinder cross-border venture capital within the EU."


For more information, please contact Glazers, Chartered Accountants London or visit www.glazers.co.uk




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