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ARTICLE · 29 OCTOBER 2021

Taxation Review September 2021

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This review takes a brief look at recent case law and news.

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This review takes a brief look at recent case law and news. We would be happy to discuss the items in this review with you and the potential effects they may have on your business in more detail.

The review includes a summary of the tax reforms from the latest government budget session as well as recent case law.

GOVERNMENT BUDGET PROPOSAL AIMS TO BROADEN THE TAX BASE AND COMBAT AGGRESSIVE TAX PLANNING

The Ministry of Finance announced the government's budget proposal on 9 September 2021. The budget proposal outlined a tax package to strengthen general government finances by approximately EUR 100 million. The new decisions will take effect in 2022 and 2023. The details of the announced changes will be specified as preparation continues.

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