Jersey pushes back over proceeds of crime
Proposals will limit EU-backed anti-money laundering recommendations
Tax & Technical
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The myths around common law rights
A lawyer lifts the lid on cohabiting myths around the world that could leave surviving partners with no legal rights.
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Fears UK taxman is planning fishing trips
Legal experts are worried the removal of tribunal oversight on financial data requests from HM Revenue & Customs will launch speculative “fishing expeditions” against taxpayers.
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Legal action to decide expats’ fundamental rights
The lawyer representing an Italian woman who has lodged a challenge to the handling of her data by tax authorities has spoken out about why he has taken the case.
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HMRC challenged over data handling
An Italian with a UK bank account has stepped forward to take on the legality of the common reporting standard (CRS) using data protection laws.
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Tax probes into wealthy yield £281m extra in a year
The targeting of footballers’ tax affairs is among the reasons the UK Exchequer netted 29% more from the rich last year.
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UK lays out fresh welcome mat for international wealthy
Rich individuals looking to move to the UK are to be offered the chance to take part in a “revolutionary” streamlined immigration process.
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Dwindling UK non-doms pay record £9.4bn in tax
UK non-domiciled taxpayers handed over a record sum to HM Revenue & Customs in 2016/17 despite their numbers dropping by a quarter.
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Specialist warns on expat property ‘myth’
Taking shortcuts when buying an overseas property can leave buyers in hot water, an expert has warned.
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Under pressure UK taxman facing more High Court challenges
Taxpayers are fighting back against the more aggressive and dogmatic approach being taken by HM Revenue & Customs, according to law firm RPC.
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British expats risk tax ‘snarl up’ – Holborn
The UK taxman is targeting British expats and contractors are most at risk, advice firm Holborn Assets has warned clients.
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‘Give us a break’ pleads adviser association chief
The chair of the European Federation of Financial Advisers and Intermediaries (Fecif) has called on Europe to ease up on legislation for advisers.