Regulatory updates - United Kingdom
Get the latest news and updates on e-invoicing, e-ordering, e-archiving and indirect tax regulatory requirements.
UK government unveils plans to introduce countrywide e-invoicing
The Chancellor announced plans for adopting e-invoicing as part of the government's Digital Transformation Roadmap. This initiative aims to simplify invoicing, reduce errors, and combat tax evasion.
UK e-invoicing legislation calls for stronger public sector supply chains
The UK has introduced new e-invoicing legislation requiring the public sector to receive and process supplier invoices electronically.
New VAT protocol for Northern Ireland by January 2021
The European Commission has proposed changes to the principle VAT Directive rules in the Northern Ireland Protocol in preparation for the end of the Brexit transition period. The transition period between the United Kingdom and European Union lasts until 31 December 2020.
Pagero becomes CEF AS4 conformant solution
We are excited to announce that Pagero is now one of only 20 companies worldwide to be a CEF AS4 compliant solution.
Country Specifications
E-Invoicing/CTC Model:
– B2G NHS: Peppol
– B2G: Post-Audit
– B2B: Post-Audit
Mandatory Infrastructure:
– B2G NHS: Peppol
– Scotland: PECOS P2P
Mandatory Format:
N/A
Mandatory for Issuing:
– B2G NHS: e-Order mandatory for NHS trusts
– B2G and B2B: no explicit requirements
Mandatory for Receiving:
– B2G NHS: e-order all suppliers to NHS trusts
– B2G: All contracting authorities
– B2B: Buyer’s consent required
eSignature:
Not Required
Archiving Period:
6 years
Archiving Abroad:
Possible under certain conditions with tax authority approval
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