Partnership registration

Introduction

This schedule sets out the scope of services we will provide.

The purpose of this schedule is to clearly define what is and is not included in the scope of our work.

This schedule should be read in conjunction with our engagement letter and our standard terms of business.

Included work

As part of our agreed services, we will:

  • Complete and submit the application to register the partnership with HMRC
  • Ensure the appropriate forms are filed so that the partnership is issued with a Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR)
  • Register the nominated partner as the contact for the partnership with HMRC where required
  • Confirm HMRC's acknowledgement of registration and provide you with the relevant details needed to complete future Partnership Tax Returns

 

Please note: this list is not exhaustive. Any work not specifically listed under "Included work" is deemed outside the scope of this engagement unless we have expressly agreed otherwise in writing.

 

Where additional work is required, we will advise you of the scope, our proposed fee, and obtain your agreement before proceeding.

Excluded work

The following work is outside the scope of this service unless separately agreed in writing:

  • Preparation or submission of Partnership Tax Returns or individual partners' Self-Assessment returns
  • Registration of individual partners for Self-Assessment (unless separately engaged)
  • Registration for other HMRC schemes (e.g. VAT, PAYE, CIS)
  • Advice relating to the structure, profit sharing arrangements, or taxation of the partnership
  • Resolving HMRC compliance checks, disputes, or enquiries relating to the registration
  • Ongoing monitoring of the partnership's filing obligations once registration is complete

 

Please note: this list is not exhaustive. Any work not specifically listed under "Included work" is deemed outside the scope of this engagement unless we have expressly agreed otherwise in writing.

 

Where additional work is required, we will advise you of the scope, our proposed fee, and obtain your agreement before proceeding.

Your responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Provide us promptly with all information and documentation required to complete the registration (e.g. partnership name, commencement date, partners' details and National Insurance numbers)
  • Ensure the information supplied is complete, accurate and not misleading
  • Confirm the nominated partner details and ensure they are authorised to act on behalf of the partnership
  • Respond to any queries from HMRC directly where they require personal confirmation
  • Keep us informed of any changes in the partnership's circumstances that may affect its tax obligations

Our responsibilities

We agree to:

  • Prepare and submit the registration application to HMRC based on the information you provide
  • Take reasonable care to ensure the application is accurate and submitted in the correct form
  • Notify you of any correspondence we receive from HMRC relating to the registration
  • Confirm the partnership's registration details once HMRC has processed the application