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Hassan Nawaz Declared Tax Defaulter in UK, Fined £5.2 Million
Hassan Nawaz, son of former PM Nawaz Sharif, declared a tax defaulter in the UK with a £5.2M fine. Legal sources claim the issue is old, with bankruptcy declared.
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by News Desk
2025-03-19
Hassan Nawaz Declared Tax Defaulter in UK, Fined £5.2 Million

The British tax authorities have declared Hassan Nawaz, son of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, a tax defaulter, imposing a £5.2 million fine for non-payment of taxes amounting to £9.4 million between April 5, 2015, and April 6, 2016.

According to the latest list published by the UK Revenue and Customs Department (HMRC), Hassan Nawaz has been officially labeled as a tax defaulter. The British government has also released details of the case on its official website.

Legal Implications & Recovery Possibilities

Legal experts suggest that despite Hassan Nawaz’s bankruptcy declaration, UK law does not exempt tax evasion fines. Therefore, there remains a possibility of recovering the fine imposed on him.

Hassan Nawaz’s Legal Position

Legal sources close to Hassan Nawaz claim that the issue is being misrepresented as a new development, whereas it is an old case. According to them:

  • The matter dates back 10 years, and Hassan Nawaz had already paid all due taxes.
  • Around six years ago, the UK tax authority (HMRC) initiated an inquiry into his tax payments.
  • Hassan Nawaz had legally challenged the inquiry, arguing that tax demands should not be valid after a certain period.
  • He declared bankruptcy in court, and his bankruptcy status is set to end on April 29, 2025.

Political & Legal Fallout

This development has sparked political debates, with critics questioning the financial dealings of Nawaz Sharif’s family. The UK government’s enforcement of tax penalties adds another layer to the long-running controversies surrounding the Sharif family’s overseas assets.

What’s Next?

With Hassan Nawaz’s bankruptcy set to expire next year, HMRC might seek further legal avenues to ensure tax recovery. The case remains under scrutiny as legal proceedings unfold.
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