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Lesson 146 E1c

The scope of corporation tax

You'll learn when corporation tax applies and how to identify which companies are subject to it. This lesson covers the scope of corporation tax, focusing on what triggers a corporation tax liability and the key rules determining UK residency.

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  1. 0:00 Introduction to corporation tax scope
  2. 0:22 When corporation tax arises
  3. 0:39 UK residency rules explained
  4. 1:28 Applying residency to case examples

About this lesson

You'll explore how incorporated businesses are taxed on their income and gains, and how to apply the residency tests—incorporation in the UK or central management and control from the UK—to real exam scenarios. Understanding these foundations is essential for calculating corporation tax liabilities accurately throughout your ATX studies.

Duration: 2m

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