But why should we the taxpayers be out of pocket whilst the process goes on? Pay the tax you should have and in the unlikely event HMRC loses you get it back with interest. Tax isn't voluntary.
As a financial adviser who has seen these "schemes" come and go over the years, offered by people who think they have found loopholes in the legislation, I have absolutely no sympathy with those now getting tax bills be it a footballer or a contractor.
Tax planning is fine and everyone should...