Disputed interest on self-assessed tax, including whether...

Disputed interest on self-assessed tax, including whether amounts available in the Electronic Cash Ledger should be adjusted or deducted, must be determined before garnishee recovery proceeds. Noting conflicting judicial views and that the taxpayer's representations remained undecided, the HC directed the competent respondent to issue a reasoned order in accordance with law and applicable precedents. No coercive action under the garnishee notices may be taken until the decision is communicated; if adverse, it will remain inoperative for a further three weeks. The petition was disposed of without deciding the merits of the interest liability.