United Kingdom | 14 Jun 17
Ex-footballer Shearer in court over negligent financial advice
Alan Shearer is taking legal action against his former financial adviser after being given what he claims was negligent financial advice related to pension investments.
Netherlands urged to slash 30% expat tax break
The Dutch government may be looking to reduce a 30% tax break used by wealthy expats after it was deemed “too generous”, according to a new report.
Tax & Regulation | 14 Jun 17
Five things to expect from the new UK government
After an astonishing general election that delivered a hung UK parliament, there has been nothing but political uncertainty in recent weeks. All eyes now turn to the delayed Queen’s Speech on 19 June, setting out the legislative programme for this year. Click on the arrows in picture below to see five things likely to come up in her speech.
Middle East | 14 Jun 17
Qatar blockade to hit UAE expat businesses
The move by the UAE to join other Gulf nations in cutting ties with Qatar affects travel by expatriate residents between both states and even extends to comments made by individuals on social media.
Tax & Regulation | 14 Jun 17
Gibraltar loses landmark lawsuit on EU passporting
Gibraltar has lost a landmark legal battle to be recognised as a separate EU state for tax purposes, in a ruling that deals a further blow to the British overseas territory’s hopes of securing a special status post-Brexit.