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Latest news | 1 Dec 17
Offshore tax regime ‘may breach human rights’
Incoming Requirement to Correct (RTC) rules “are a potential breach of human rights” according to James Quarmby, a top private client tax lawyer.
PEOPLE MOVES: Stephenson Harwood, Julius Baer, Intertrust
Stephenson Harwood appoints a new partner in Hong Kong, Julius Baer sees a senior exit in the Middle East and raids Barclays Wealth for UK expansion, Intertrust appoints Netherlands head and Brewin Dolphin appoints Axa’s Kellard as a non-exec director.
PEOPLE MOVES: BlackRock, Pimco, Manulife AM
BlackRock has hired former chancellor George Osborne for a part-time role. Pimco has named a head of Asia Pacific and head of US global wealth management, while Manulife Asset Management has appointed a chief executive for Thailand.
DeVere forms alliance with law firm
International IFA giant deVere has partnered with global law firm Stephenson Harwood to offer its clients access to legal advice on financial planning issues.
United Kingdom | 28 Jul 15
UK prime minister vows to tackle offshore corruption
The UK prime minister has pledged to expose offshore organisations which use Britain as a “place to stash dirty cash” during a speech in Singapore.