Tax & Technical
Art dynasty heir cleared of tax evasion – twice
One of the biggest tax fraud trials in France’s history, involving world-renowned art dealer Guy Wildenstein who was facing a €250m (£221m, $290m) fine, has ended with all parties being acquitted.
International fight against tax fraud steps up a gear
The UK, Canada, the Netherlands, the United States and Australia have launched an international tax and anti-money laundering team.
Advisers join asset manager KID reform push
International advisers have joined European fund managers in a call to reform key information documents for packaged retail and insurance-based investment products – six months into implementation.
Spanish tax inquiries triggered by common reporting standard
It is only “a matter of time” before an innocent international client is accidentally snared by the Common Reporting Standard (CRS), according to a European tax adviser with clients who have received tax investigation notifications.
Tax & Technical | 18 Jun 18
Love Island landlords face tough new rules
Landlords looking to profit from fans re-enacting scenes from ITV2’s Love Island this summer face having their wings clipped after the authorities in Mallorca banned flat rentals to tourists in its capital.