BULAW3731: Income Tax Law & Practice- Aspect of Taxation Law- Essay Writing Assignment

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Essay Writing Assignment:

Task: Research Approximately 30% of the marks will be allocated here: The breadth and use made of relevant academic research sources. Presentation Approximately 10% of the marks will be allocated here: • Readable connected prose, not point form summaries • Consistent and accurate acknowledgement of sources using a recognised style – both in relation to in-text referencing and list of references/bibliography Topic According to a press release published by the ATO on 20 February 2018, the “ATO is warning taxpayers they will be paying close attention to claims for ‘other’ work-related expenses this year, and is reminding people to keep appropriate records.” Required Please discuss whether the Australian system of being able to claim deductions for work-related expenses is in need of reform. In doing so, please explain what the advantages and disadvantages of the current system are.