A protocol has been signed to the double tax agreement between the UK and Germany. This protocol which was signed on 17 March 2014 includes in the agreement the latest version of Article 7 (business profits) of the OECD Model. The taxation rights in respect of government service and diplomats are also amended to conform to the provisions of Art 14 of the UK-Germany consular convention.
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United Kingdom – Belgium sign Protocol
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