Amazon defends scrutiny over low tax payments

By Becky Bargh | Published: 8-Aug-2018
Retail

After revealing its tax had reduced by £2.8m the online retailer fell subject to criticism from other companies

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Amazon’s finances have come under scrutinising, after it has been revealed the e-commerce giant’s tax bill has been reduced despite its profit increase.

Amazon’s UK Services, the company’s largest arm, only paid

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