VATAC6900 | Missing trader VAT fraud: handling of cases on refusal to allow monthly returns at registration
From HM Revenue & Customs · VAT Accounting Manual
In all cases
make sure the decision is taken by an officer of at least Higher Officer grade (see VATAC6600).
the norm in missing trader VAT fraud cases will be to direct use of stagger 1
if monthly returns were requested and refused, make sure that a decision letter explains the reasons
consider any representation in accordance with VATAC6800.