Posted by James McNeile, Partner
The Office of Tax Simplification recently published the first part of a long awaited report on its review of the administrative and broader technical aspects of Inheritance Tax.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
In June 2016, the United Kingdom voted by a 52 to 48 percent to leave the European Union. The impact of the vote on the UK continues to be a contentious subject. The result exposed the social divisions across age groups, by location, and economic class at the heart of modern day Britain.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
It is important to keep an open mind when changing seats. You might not always get your first choice of seat but … you may even be surprised to discover you enjoy an area you were previously unsure of.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
A television cameraman has been left with a £230,000 court bill after losing a five-year legal battle with his ex-girlfriend.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
It is too early to say what impacts there will be on private clients but the setting of tax policy has always remained with national governments (other than VAT), and even on the harmonisation of European succession law England and Wales have retained independence so changes may not be as extensive as for companies.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
In contrast to July’s Budget, the Autumn Statement contains very little in relation to personal taxation. Of particular note are the following points:
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
The first Tory Budget in nearly 20 years is set to have a significant impact on many sections of society.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
Fiona Feggetter discusses the importance of having a clearly drafted Will and a letter of wishes to reduce the likelihood of beneficiaries contesting the contents as has happened to the estate of the late actor and comedian Robin Williams.
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
A new trust company has been launched by law firm, Withy King, to act as executors of Wills and trustees of trusts as well as to manage the financial, property, social and welfare affairs of vulnerable children and adults unable …
Posted by James McNeile, Partner
Bath-based law firm Withy King and investment brokers Charles Stanley jointly hosted a talk by Vice Admiral Sir Tim McClement KCB OBE on Wednesday 26 September about his experiences as second in command of HMS Conqueror during the Falklands campaign …