Press Release
18 April 2012
HMC Continues its Work to Supply Genuine Halal in the UK
HMC Background
- In September 2011, HMC registered for VAT as agreed with the HMRC
- Previous to this, HMC believed it was exempt from VAT due to the nature of its work and charity status
- In early 2012, HMRC informed HMC that it should re-bill all its pre-existing customers for VAT dating back from 2005 and make payments due
- The majority of pre-existing customers would be able to re-claim VAT from HMRC but could not pay due to cash flow
- This requirement by HMRC caused HMC to have significant unforeseen cash flow issues, that it could not reconcile and settle with HMRC
After consulting with Scholars, and in response:
- HMC UK has been established by concerned Trustees and Ulama to continue the work of Halal
- Since February 2012 it has already taken on the responsibility of supplying genuine halal to 500+ outlets throughout the UK (continuity of halal supply)
- Nadeem Adam, said the “the work for Halal is an important matter within the community and we are pleased with the response and support received”
- HMC UK are pleased to support the Muslim Community and continue to provide much needed Halal Certification.
On Behalf of HMC UK
Board of Directors and Trustees
