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November 10th, 2023

The FCA’s Final Guidance on Cryptoasset Financial Promotions

Cryptoasset Financial Promotions – Introduction On 2 November 2, 2023, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) released its Finalised non-handbook guidance on Cryptoasset Financial Promotions (FG23/3) This, of course, represents a significant milestone in the regulatory landscape of cryptoassets. While the Guidance doesn’t impose new regulatory obligations on firms, it serves as a valuable tool to […]

November 7th, 2023

The world is very small… but beware the wood chip on the wall

Common people One of the key areas for confusion since moving to Dubai is expats and their domicile position.   To be fair, it is one of the many confusing areas of the UK’s atrocious tax code… and I say that as someone who is paid to decipher it.   The UK is unusual, albeit […]

October 31st, 2023

The last of the famous international playboys (and / or playgirls)?

Introduction You know I like to crowbar a song or artist into a tax article. It’s simply the only way I can get anyone to accidentally click through. They are tax articles after all. If I manage to use one I heard on the radio the same day I give myself a bonus gold sticker […]

October 20th, 2023

HMRC Magic Carpets ride ends in bumpy landing…

Magic Carpets: Introduction   One Thousand and One Nights or, as commonly known, The Arabian Nights is a collection of Middle Eastern folk tales originally compiled in the Arabic language, but translated into many different languages since.   If a tax story had ever been considered for the Arabian Nights then one would have to […]

October 4th, 2023

Portugal NHR tax changes: Portugal… no longer the man?

Portugal NHR tax changes – Introduction   Portugal, known for its stunning landscapes and welcoming atmosphere, has been a magnet for foreign individuals seeking a new place to call home. However, amongst the many attractions, the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime has stood out for several several years as an area of outstanding financial beauty. I […]