How HNWs can make a real impact in today’s world through philanthroactivism
ACTIVE DUTY Machiavelli, much maligned as he may have been, realised that princes’ power was always founded upon their acceptance…
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Ed Miliband’s answer for housing policy only brings more questions
Following heated discussion regarding a possible mansion tax, Ed Miliband recently announced a proposed intervention by a Labour government in…
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Why Britain is best off in the Customs Union – not the European Union
Author: by Stephen Hill Yes, we have had the Boat Race and are ready for Henley, but before that we…
ByEd Miliband's answer for housing policy only brings more questions
The proposals represent a radical change, including minimum three-year term tenancies, capped rent increases and a ban on agents’ fees…
ByWhy Britain is best off in the Customs Union ’ not the European Union
On 22 May, the UK and voters across Europe will have their first chance in forty years to pass their…
ByEmily Rookwood's recipe for doughnuts
I tried making doughnuts from scratch over Easter for the first time. It was surprisingly easy, successful and without incident.…
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With a mountain up for sale, how to avoid selling off your own estate
As has been mentioned across the popular press, Lord Lowther is presently trying to sell a Lake District mountain, Blencathra,…
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US tax authorities find new ways to bully the world
A PROBLEM SHARED The pragmatic bullying of the United States has reached a new level of sophistication. FATCA, which comes…
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Why are charities and philanthropists so afraid of measuring results?
It is a good month to talk about money – both having it and giving it away. Two days ago,…
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If the government can reach into people’s accounts to take money, the poorest will be worst hit
HM Revenue and Customs has published a consultation document on proposals to give itself powers to collect money directly from…
ByIf the government can reach into people's accounts to take money, the poorest will be worst hit
The UK tax system is complex and mistakes in law will happen. Not all taxpayers can afford an accountant or…
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Restored medieval castle in Italy for sale
The Castle (XII-XV-XVI-XIX century) is currently owned by an Italian Noble family. It’s an ancient fortress of medieval origins that…
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Sunday Times Rich List confirms London as billionaires’ playground
Author: by Chloe Barrow Britain has become the country of choice for the super rich. That is according to the…
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Now even companies are getting dragged into divorces
Alexander Dumas once said that the chains of marriage were so heavy that it took two to bear them, and…
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I don’t think it’s good for Britain, but AstraZeneca must be sold
Author: by Stephen Hill Fifty years ago the British economy and stock market were dominated by one bellwether company: ICI,…
BySunday Times Rich List confirms London as billionaires' playground
There are now 104 billionaires residing in the UK with a combined wealth of ’301 billion. The wealthiest of these…
ByI don't think it's good for Britain, but AstraZeneca must be sold
The question remains: should the UK pass a law – saying what exactly? And what happens if the UK’s BAe…
ByGuest Recipe: Jenny Dawson's Rhubarb Chutney
Jenny Dawson of Rubies in the Rubble, which uses surplus fruit and veg to make jams and chutneys, shares her…
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Politicians are no heroes – but they shouldn’t blame media for bad press
What do Birgitte Nyborg and Josiah Bartlet have in common? They are both fictional political leaders — in Borgen and…
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The financier who is winning the space race
PER ARDUA AD ASTRA ‘I’m not indifferent to the risks. There’s risks walking on the streets of London or cycling…
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