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November 24th, 2023

The Fisher King: has the Supreme Court inflicted a wound to the TAA provisions?

Introduction In Arthurian legend, the Fisher King stands as both the guardian and embodiment of his lands – a full on gig. However, a profound wound renders him impotent, resulting in a kingdom left desolate and barren. Eek. Drawing parallels, the recent Supreme Court decision in Fisher marks the conclusion of a long-standing tax saga, […]

November 19th, 2023

Autumn Statement 2023: Jeremy, don’t be hasty…

Autumn Statement 2023 & Jeremy’s Pencil Full of Lead So, it’s that time of year again. Later this week, the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, will be very much on the main stage delivering his Autumn Statement. So what might be on the agenda? What is going to get Hunt sharpening his Pencil Full of Lead? Well, […]

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 […]