Europe
Triggering of Article 50 a fresh blow for Qrops
The UK government’s move on Wednesday to kick start the official two-year process for leaving the European Union is likely to be a further blow to a Qrops industry still reeling from the shock 25% charge imposed earlier this month.
Messi appeal against Spanish tax fraud sentence set for April
Argentinian football star Lionel Messi will appear in court in Spain next month to appeal the 21-month prison sentence he was handed for tax evasion last year.
Coombs: European market recovery a ‘false dawn’
Europe is “cheap for a reason” according to Rathbones’ David Coombs, who said the recent turnaround in markets on the continent could be a false dawn for investors.
Italy introduces non-dom tax breaks to lure wealthy foreigners
Italy has introduced a flat rate of tax aimed at attracting wealthy expats to its shores as it looks to compete with similar regimes offered in the UK and Spain.
Understanding tax residency in Portugal
If you have recently moved or are moving to Portugal, you need to understand the tax implications of living there as a British national, says Jason Porter, director of European IFA firm Blevins Franks.