QROPS loophole closed by Treasury

Jenna Towler
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A loophole which would have allowed people who have transferred their pension abroad to avoid paying UK taxes has been closed by the Treasury.

Exchequer secretary to the Treasury David Gauke said the legislation on qualifying recognised overseas pension schemes was changed to prevent tax avoidance. A new clause has been added to the Fi...

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