The underlying case concerned a dispute over input VAT recovery in a broadcasting business. The taxpayer, Governance Ministries, operated a TV channel generating income from programme and advertising fees. While it was ultimately agreed that these activities constituted taxable supplies, HMRC argued that some content broadcast free of charge amounted to a non-economic activity. On …
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Nothing better illustrates Labour’s hopeless mismanagement of the economy than its ludicrous attempt to blame British industry for the nation’s economic ills. It’s true that neither the Prime Minister nor his chancellor are to blame for the bombing of Iran or the resulting energy catastrophe now engulfing us. There’s no legislating for the reckless actions …
Monday 30 March 2026 3:21 pm The capital’s largest developers have called on the government to introduce emergency measures to solve London’s office space crisis, which risks “constraining” growth. London Property Alliance (LPA) is urging the government to designate offices as critical economic infrastructure to address dwindling supply and boost economic growth. The LPA represents …
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When people think about divorce, they usually think about one thing: the legal process of ending a marriage. Filing papers, negotiating terms, and ultimately receiving a divorce decree from the court. But divorce is far more than a legal transaction. That’s where a holistic divorce can be beneficial. A holistic divorce recognizes that divorce affects …
One of the most emotional and overwhelming questions people face during a divorce is: What do we do with the house? Who gets the house in a divorce? These are complicated and sometimes hard decisions. For many people, the family home represents stability, memories, and safety. It may be the place where you raised your …
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Does couples counseling work? Consider a common scenario: Jack is convinced that his marriage with Diane is over. After years of struggle, arguments and distance, he announces his already-formulated plan to end the marriage. Diane is shocked. She knew they had problems but didn’t think he would actually “pull the plug” on their marriage. In …
Michael Flatley’s continuing legal battle with an entertainment company over control of the Lord of the Dance show is fast becoming farcical, a High Court judge in Belfast has said. Judge Ian Huddleston expressed frustration at the “tit for tat” style of litigation being waged between the star and Switzer Consulting Ltd. On Tuesday, Flatley …
Unemployment rates are rising. Salaries are stagnating. The economy is flatlining – and businesses are turning to AI to cut costs. But there is one sector where work is booming. Workers in the construction industry and trades – everyone from plumbers to plasterers – are in hot demand. Many can now command impressive salaries, frequently …
Tuesday 24 March 2026 12:01 am The cost of building London skyscrapers has soared by 40 per cent in five years as pressure on the capital’s high-rise property market mounts. The average cost of building a tower in the capital has increased from between £3,800 and £4,300 per square metre in 2020 to between £5,200 …
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