Germany unveils Annual Tax Act 2026 with Pillar Two, VAT, income tax reforms
Germany’s Ministry of Finance has released the draft Annual Tax Act 2026 (Jahressteuergesetz 2026), a wide-ranging legislative package containing numerous technical amendments across the tax system. The proposals are aimed at bringing German law
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Ireland issues new guidance on Pillar Two information returns, filings, payments
Irish Revenue has released two new eBriefs providing operational guidance for entities subject to the OECD’s Pillar Two global minimum tax framework, including instructions for filing information returns and meeting tax return and payment
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Sweden plans indexed R&D deduction, tax-free skills support ahead of 2027 budget
Sweden’s Ministry of Finance has announced that it is submitting three tax proposals ahead of the autumn budget 2027 on 19 May 2026. The tax proposals are designed to strengthen labour market participation, facilitate skills development and
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Spain: MoF confirms conclusion of ITDRC multilateral convention negotiations with ten countries
The Spanish Ministry of Finance (MoF) issued a joint statement on 25 May 2026 announcing that negotiations on a Multilateral Convention on the International Tax Dispute Resolution Commission have been concluded. Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark,
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UK: HMRC proposes to make foreign permanent establishment tax exemption mandatory from 2027
The UK HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued a policy paper outlining proposed changes to the tax treatment of foreign permanent establishments, also known as foreign branches on 21 May 2026. For most companies, it will be mandatory for
See MoreSweden: Parliament approves dividend withholding tax exemption for foreign states
Sweden’s parliament (Riksdag) approved legislation on 20 May 2026 introducing a withholding tax exemption for dividends paid to foreign states and foreign entities equivalent to Swedish regions, municipalities, or municipal associations. The
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Italy: Fuel tax relief and support measures to continue through June 2026
Italy’s Revenue Agency has announced that the government has introduced Legislative Decree no. 89/2026, published on 25 May 2026, implementing comprehensive tax relief measures to ease the burden of rising fuel costs on citizens and businesses.
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Romania increases mining tax rates under new government decision
Romania has raised annual mining tax rates through Decision No. 391, published on 14 May 2026 in the Official Gazette, with the changes taking effect from 15 May 2026. The new rates, established under Article 44 of Mining Law No. 85/2003,
See MoreUK cuts VAT on tourist attractions to 5% in summer relief package
The UK announced on 21 May 2026 a temporary reduction in value-added tax (VAT) for tourist attractions and related services from 25 June 2026 to 1 September 2026, aimed at supporting families and the hospitality sector amid rising energy costs
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Bosnia and Herzegovina: Federation of BiH amends taxpayer registration, PJIB allocation rules
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Federal Ministry of Finance has introduced amendments to the Rulebook on the Allocation of Identification Numbers, Registration and Identification, and Records of Taxpayers in the Territory of the Federation of Bosnia and
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Austria: Parliament approves draft VAT reform introducing reduced rate on staple foods
The Austrian Parliament (Nationalrat) approved on 21 May 2026 a draft bill introducing a reduced Value Added Tax (VAT) rate on staple foods. The measure forms part of the Austrian Value Added Tax Reform Act 2026 and still requires approval by the
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Benin, Netherlands sign income tax treaty
Benin and the Netherlands signed an income tax agreement in Cotonou on 21 May 2026. The agreement is aimed at preventing double taxation while strengthening measures against tax avoidance and evasion. The treaty aligns with current OECD/G20 Base
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UK: HMRC launches targeted advance assurance pilot for SME R&D tax relief claims
The UK’s tax authority, His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) issued guidance on 18 May 2026 setting out the application process for a new targeted advance assurance scheme for research and development (R&D) tax relief claims. The guidance
See MoreUK: Foreign PE tax exemption to become mandatory from 2027 to block overseas loss relief against profits
The UK government has announced, on 21 May 2026, changes to the taxation of UK-resident companies who conduct part of their business through foreign permanent establishments (PEs). For most companies, it will be mandatory for profits and losses
See MoreAustria: Government approves tax reform bill with anti-fraud measures, new reporting rules
The Austrian government approved a draft bill introducing amendments to various tax laws on 20 May 2026. The draft bill is intended to promote tax fairness and combat tax fraud, while also reducing the tax burden on workers and simplifying
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Ireland: Irish Revenue updates VAT guidance on debt factoring, invoice discounting
Irish Revenue published eBrief 093/26 on 20 May 2026, updating the VAT Tax and Duty Manual on the VAT Treatment of Debt Factoring and Invoice Discounting. The update revises paragraphs 5 and Appendix 1 to reflect the CJEU judgment in Case
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Poland: Government proposes windfall tax on fuel sector amid Middle East crisis
Poland is moving to impose a temporary tax on extraordinary profits earned by liquid fuel producers and traders in 2026. The proposal, announced on 19 May 2025, responds directly to the geopolitical and economic fallout from the outbreak of armed
See MoreSweden: Court rules in favour of Kubal, overturns transfer pricing-based adjustment
Sweden’s Supreme Administrative Court has ruled in favour of Kubikenborg Aluminium AB (Kubal), overturning a transfer pricing-based adjustment made by the Swedish Tax Agency in a dispute concerning the deductibility of damages arising from an
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