Science fiction and fantasy generally reflects contemporary fears, so most imaginary worlds are dystopian. So, you get extremely advanced forms of technology coexisting with widespread chattel slaver… (View Post)

Without question, the outcome of the Ukraine war is vastly more important to any European than the outcome of the war in Gaza. (View Post)

Yes, that is correct. The Executors are liable for the IHT, and they are entitled to treat payment of IHT as one of the expenses of the administration, to be discharged prior to distributing the esta… (View Post)

A lot better now, thanks. (View Post)

The implied promise, high net immigration in return for high economic growth, has never been delivered. So, I doubt that many will now be convinced by that argument. (View Post)