Christine Newitt is Tax Director and Head of VAT at Duncan & Toplis, with more than 35 years’ experience in tax.
Over the past 15 years, she has specialised in VAT, building a strong reputation for advising on complex indirect tax matters.
Christine leads a specialist VAT team and supports businesses across sectors including manufacturing, retail, leisure and hospitality, property and construction, healthcare, education, and financial services. She also advises on international trade, helping clients manage global VAT and indirect tax requirements through professional connections across the Kreston Global network.
Known for her thorough and pragmatic approach, Christine gives clear, tailored advice to help clients manage VAT challenges with confidence. Alongside her client work, she is Chair of the East Midlands chapter of the UK VAT Practitioners Group and Forum, reflecting her active role in the wider tax profession.
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