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Alexandra Docherty

Alexandra Docherty

Partner and Head of Private Client Tax

25 August 2020

Capital Gains Tax changes are here… and there’s more to come

New rules tightening the deadline for payments of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on residential property came into effect in April. Now, a seller must pay CGT, if due, and file a return within 30 days of completion on a sale. The Chancellor has also ordered a full review of CGT rules which serves as an indication that there are more changes to come.


Susie Walker

Susie Walker

Partner and Head of Tax

16 May 2019

Tax Team Tolley’s Triumph

Our Tax team are thrilled to have won “Best Tax Practice in a Regional Firm” at this year’s Tolley’s Taxation Awards.


Susie Walker

Susie Walker

Partner and Head of Tax

5 March 2019

Johnston Carmichael grows private client expertise with senior hire

Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its private client tax team with a new senior appointment as part of its strategy to offer Scotland’s most comprehensive tax advice service.


Nicola Sargeant

Nicola Sargeant

Tax Senior Manager

13 February 2019

Scam Warning: Emails circulating which claim HMRC tax refunds are due

We have been made aware of a new email scam targeting taxpayers.


Senga Prior

Senga Prior

Tax Senior Manager

20 July 2018

Alert - Scam Warning: Phone message threatens HMRC lawsuit

We have been advised of a new phone call scam which targets taxpayers and is being aimed at elderly people in particular.