HMRC action dismissed
Wednesday, 25th Aug 2010 08:10 by Col

The club have took swift action to clarify its position over the winding up order, and to reassure supporters that all funds requested by the HMRC has been paid in full, with the winding up order dismissed almost two weeks ago.

When news trickled out with regards to the Winding Up order last night, the club put out the following statement on the official website:

Rochdale AFC would like to clarify the situation with regards to the listing of winding up proceedings by HMRC on the 25th August 2010.

The listing was made by HMRC as a consequence of a disputed amount of just over £20,000 and despite club officials being in discussions with HMRC to try and resolve this matter, HMRC took what the club believes to be an unnecessary and over aggressive attitude.

The club has paid the disputed sum in full and continue to investigate this matter, reserving the right to claim any refund that may be due. In paying the disputed amount HMRC have confirmed to the club on the 12th August 2010 the dismissal of the proceedings.

Rochdale AFC would like to confirm that all payments to HMRC for both PAYE and VAT are completely up to date.

Rochdale Chief Executive, Colin Garlick commented "we are very disappointed that HMRC chose to take the action that they did particularly as we were in dialogue with them to resolve this matter, it is unfortunate that this has happened at a time when the club has worked so hard to bring, and keep its tax affairs up to date".

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