2020 news

Revenue Jersey is launching new tools to help Prior Year Basis (PYB) prepare for the switch to paying their tax on a Current Year Basis (CYB).

Companies will have an extra month to file their 2019 tax returns online before late filing penalties are levied, following agreement by Revenue Jersey.

Ministers will be answering public questions about the Government Plan during a week of live events.

States Members have today approved the amendment law to enable Prior Year Basis (PYB) taxpayers to be moved to Current Year Basis (CYB) from next year.

Jersey’s Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has welcomed the publication of the Fiscal Policy Panel’s (FPP) 2020 Annual Report.

Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has published more information on possible payment options for PYB taxpayers.

As Senator Le Fondré has mentioned, this year’s Government Plan is all about protecting the Island’s future.

The results of a survey of Islanders’ views on Government’s strategic priorities are published.

Deputy Susie Pinel, Minister for Treasury and Resources, has signed a Ministerial Decision lodging a proposition to establish the Fiscal Stimulus Fund.

The Government of Jersey has today released a report on the results of a survey into proposals to move all taxpayers to paying their tax on a Current Year Basis.

The Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has today lodged a draft amendment to the law which would mean all Islanders pay their taxes on a Current Year Basis (CYB).

Islanders are reminded that the change to the “de minimis” level for paying GST on unaccompanied imported goods comes into effect on 1 October.

The Minister for Treasury and Resources, Deputy Susie Pinel, has today responded to an online petition calling for Prior Year Basis (PYB) taxpayers to have their 2019 tax liability written off.

The Government of Jersey has responded to a report on annual reporting by the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG).

Treasury and Resources Minister, Deputy Susie Pinel, is proposing reforms to simplify the way two-thirds of Jersey’s taxpayers pay their taxes.

Islanders have just one week left to file their tax returns online. There are at least 8,000 taxpayers expected to file online by the 31 July deadline.

With the deadline for online tax filing on 31 July, Revenue Jersey has produced a new guidance video to help Islanders prepare for online filing

Treasury Minister confirms timetable for a reduction in the "de minimis" GST level, and the introduction of simple interest on tax debts

An estimated 14,000 taxpayers are expected to file their tax returns online within the next eight weeks in addition to the 9,200 who have done so already.

Treasury and Exchequer and the States of Jersey Development Company (SOJDC) have responded to the ‘report on States of Jersey Development Company’

Islanders only have until midnight on Sunday 31 May to submit their paper tax return, but with an extra two months to file online Revenue Jersey are encouraging islanders to use their new online form.

Islanders are reminded that the deadline for filing tax returns online is two months later than the deadline for paper filing.

Treasury and Exchequer has responded to a report on insurance, issued today by the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG).

Islanders are invited to attend free drop-in sessions to learn about how to file their tax return online.

Almost 1,100 Islanders filed their income tax online in the first two weeks of the new service, and 81% of users who rated the form gave the experience 4 stars and above (out of 5).

On 4 February 2020, the Minister for Treasury and Resources will present her Proposition on personal tax reform for debate.

The Minister for Treasury and Resources has issued the following statement:

The Comptroller of Revenue Richard Summersgill has made a statement regarding received tax return forms.

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), a collection of limited-edition coins has been issued by the Westminster Collection.

Online or on paper – how will you file your tax return?

Standard and Poor’s review Jersey's credit rating

A statement from Richard Summersgill, the Comptroller of Revenue

A new manual is now available online providing information and guidance on the recently updated Public Finances Law