Barbara Bento, Partner in Buzzacott’s Tax Disputes and Investigations team, was recently featured in Construction News discussing how HMRC’s new fraud powers could affect construction businesses.

The piece focuses on the new rules due to take effect from 6 April 2026, particularly HMRC’s ability to act where a business knew, or should have known, that fraud existed within its supply chain.

In the article, Barbara highlights the significance of the changes for contractors and subcontractors operating under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). The reforms will allow HMRC to cancel Gross Payment Status immediately in cases connected to fraud, and extend the period before a business can reapply from one year to five years.

As enforcement in the sector continues to tighten, Barbara urges the need for construction businesses to review their processes carefully and ensure they are prepared to respond to any compliance checks, enquiries, or investigations.

Read the full article on Construction News here.

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