I think it's simpler just to think of it in two parts 1) a tax (literally the dictionary definition of one) 2) eligibility criteria for social welfare. I think the second part will likely be ext… (View Post)

Scaremongering about CGT is very much in an accountant's interest, of course. Friend of mine's firm has whipped their clients into a terrified frenzy, something they can resolve with faux c… (View Post)

For anyone looking for a short mixed surface cycle ride (lots of fun gravel), NCN 76 from Edinburgh to Queensferry is stunning and you incredible views of the bridge. Couple of pints, fish and chips … (View Post)

That's on the manufacturers; governments are forever bringing new regulations to cars, whether that on safety, air pollution or carbon emissions, and generally manufacturers do a great job at re… (View Post)

A revision of the fiscal rules and HS2 to Manchester would be a gigantic rabbit-out-of-hat at the budget. Pure wishcasting from me. (View Post)