In a recent interview on BBC One, shadow chancellor John McDonnell said that Labour will not increase taxes for 95% of earners if they win the 8 June election. As part of an election “personal tax guarantee”, people earning less than £80,000 a year will be spared from the tax rise. It will, however, affect […]
Offshore workers in the UK are eligible for a tax refund. What is even better is that tax rebate can come from several different sources. If you know all about them, you are likely to get a significant amount of tax refund. Travel expenses Did you know that you’re eligible for a refund when traveling […]
Following concerns raised about tax avoidance through image rights, the UK tax agency is set to visit major league football clubs. This is after the Public Accounts Committee raised concerns about HMRC’s failure to ensure that high-net-worth individuals pay the right amount of tax on image rights. In a 2000 court ruling, earnings from image […]
When it comes to tax concerns, most ordinary individuals are none the wiser. Unless you take the time to study everything tax-related, that is. But as a self-employed electrician, you may want to focus more on your job and less on tax concerns. But because tax is unavoidable, it helps to know the basics. […]
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Is a Tax Increase a Certainty if the Conservatives Win the 2017 UK Election?
During talks with BBC’s Kamal Ahmed, Philip Hammond said that “All chancellors would prefer to have more flexibility in how they manage the economy and how they manage the overall tax burden”. The statement raised speculations, including the possibility of a tax increase should the party win in the 2017 general elections. This is a […]
Looking for London’s best beer gardens? Here’s where you’ll find a few to quench your thirst this summer on a working holiday in London. When it comes to places where you can hang out after work or whenever you feel like downing a pint, London has plenty to offer. It also boasts of the […]
If you’re paid via PAYE (Pay As You Earn) then you’ll want to read about the changes that HMRC have just put in place for the tax year ahead. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will be updating the way it collected income tax via PAYE due to the shortcomings in the system that have […]
Applying for temp work is a great idea if you need to find a job ASAP. It’s also ideal for you if you don’t mind switching jobs a few times each year and/or working in different companies. Whether you’re looking to get some extra money during a working holiday in the UK, or want […]
Like anywhere else around the world, working in Canada means you’ll be taxed on all your earnings. There’s also a possibility that you may be over taxed for one reason or another. If this happens, you should claim back tax and enjoy the fruits of your labour, so to speak. Have you worked in […]
In London there’s no shortage of entertainment options and the nightlife is always vibrant and exciting. If you’re looking to take advantage of the better weather now that spring has sprung then check out our edit of London’s best rooftop bars. London’s Best Rooftop Bars Rumpus Room Located 12th floor of the Mondrian Hotel, […]