Tax & Regulation
Tax & Regulation | 22 Feb 16
UK 25% pension tax free lump sum in danger, say Royal London
If UK chancellor George Osborne opts to introduce a new Isa-style pension system in next month’s budget it spells the end of the 25% tax free lump sum allowance, says Steve Webb, director of policy for Royal London.
Tax & Regulation | 19 Feb 16
FCA calls for advisers to be more diligent
Many financial advisers are not doing enough to “challenge the status quo” around the products and services they offer to clients, according to the Financial Conduct Authority.
Middle East | 18 Feb 16
Jersey signs MoU with Abu Dhabi financial regulator
The Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) signed a landmark memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) on Wednesday.
Gibraltar to appoint first financial services ombudsman
The Gibraltar government will create the jurisdiction’s first financial services ombudsman, following the publication of the Financial Services Ombudsman Act 2016.
Irish Revenue offers new guide on tax arrangements
The Irish Revenue has added a new section to its website offering guidance on tax avoidance arrangements as well as information on the tools available to tackle would-be tax dodgers, Tax-News.com has reported.