INTM652070 | Distribution exemption: Exemption for small companies: further guidance
From HM Revenue & Customs · International Manual
Some further points
There is further guidance on the EC Recommendation at CIRD91000. However, when applying this guidance for CTA09/Part 9A purposes, note that the modifications of the EC Recommendation at CTA09/S1120 (previously FA00/SCH20/PARA2) do not apply for Part 9A purposes.
Additionally, certain types of company are not treated as small companies for Part 9A purposes (see INTM652080).