John Arlidge on the ‘futuristic, optimistic and British’ Jaguar I-Pace
The new Jaguar I-Pace is the first electric car you might – indeed should – want to buy, writes John…
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Jim O’Neill: time to embrace the ‘exciting future’ of impact investing
The rise and rise of impact investing has brought us to ‘the edge of a seismic shift’, says economist Jim…
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Review: 34 Mayfair
Christopher Jackson is beguiled by 34 Mayfair but wishes he hadn’t ordered the meatballs On the day I attended 34…
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Maggi Hambling: ‘reality for me is in my studio making something.’
Maggi Hambling has brought her wry humour to an exhibition alongside four similarly charismatic artists, writes Christopher Jackson It’s best…
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Pure Indian review: Chef Shilpa Dandekar shines in Putney, just don’t call it curry
Spear’s self-appointed curry correspondent heads to Pure Indian in SW6 to taste chef Shilpa Dandekar’s ‘profoundly aquatic’ Seafood Moliee Chef…
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‘Nervousness and endless guessing’: Wealth managers reflect as recession fears loom
Wealth managers and private client specialists reflect on 2018 and look ahead to 2019, report Arun Kakar and David Dawkins…
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Review: Madison, One New Change
Sarah Bonfield visits Madison and finds the perfect classic Sunday roast paired with beautiful panoramic city views. Making our way…
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Review: The Kensington Hotel
Christopher Jackson experiences an enforced exodus to the Kensington Hotel, and there encounters far more than just a much-needed mattress…
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Why are so many philanthropists religious?
Religion may be one of the most potent social forces we have in encouraging HNWs and everyone to participate in…
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Legal action against Attorneys has skyrocketed
Legal action against Attorneys has skyrocketed, and mostly people aren’t aware they’re doing wrong, write solicitors Ann Stanyer and Jemma…
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The year by Spear’s – highlights of 2018
It’s been a vintage year for Spear’s with a host of great names in the magazine culminating in a glittering…
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What the Investor Visa U-turn means for HNWs
Those looking for a Tier 1 investor visa should apply sooner rather than later after the government’s U-turn, writes Kelly…
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Essay: Why Adam Smith matters more than ever
Adam Smith’s free-market economic theories may be more than two centuries old, but we still have much to learn from…
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The Spear’s Review of 2018
Christopher Jackson looks back on a year of limbo in the UK, and chaos elsewhere – and seeks solace in…
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Books: The Spear’s big reads of 2018
What were the best books of 2018? Spear’s asked our contributors, friends and staffers to nominate their standout books of…
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Daga v Daga: a warning to all gold-digger spouses
The Daga v Daga case is a salutary warning to all gold-digger spouses with mercenary intentions that there is no…
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The Ivy review: ‘Celebrity spotting’ on West Street
Christopher Jackson enjoys some old classics at the classic restaurant – but spots no celebrities on this occasion What’s in…
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Review: Kaspar’s at the Savoy
Christopher Jackson heads to the Savoy, and has a night to remember, and has particular plaudits for the lobster bisque…
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The joy of RESERVA, Portugal’s finest resort
Luxury property development in Portugal’s Quinta do Lago offers endless possibilities Quinta do Lago needs no introduction to experienced investors…
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The Magnolia Escape: American motel glory days in the Algarve
Bringing a taste of Palm Springs to the Algarve, The Magnolia Hotel is a summer getaway of dreams Arriving at…
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