Back to News 2nd Oct 2019 by Secretariat of the LC APPG Tax Notes – Stephanie Soong Johnston: HM Revenue & Customs has referred four suicides related to the loan charge to a U.K. oversight body, prompting renewed calls for suspension of the controversial policy from lawmakers. An HMRC spokesperson confirmed to Tax Notes October 2 that it had made the latest referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) the previous day. “HMRC is aware that four customers, who we have been told used disguised remuneration schemes, have very sadly taken their own lives,” the spokesperson said. The IOPC investigates complaints and conduct issues related to staff at various government bodies, including HMRC. (cont.)