UK tax chief Lin Homer to step down in April

Lin Homer announced Monday that she will leave HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in April, after more than four years as Chief Executive and Permanent Secretary.

Her public service career spans 36 years, comprised of 10 years in civil service and 26 years in local government.

George Osborne, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, noted Homer’s contributution to public service modernization and transformation. “She has put the foundations in place that will see HMRC become one of the most digitally-advanced tax authorities in the world,” Osborne said.

A process is now underway to select a new Chief Executive for HMRC.

 

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