UK fund managers acting like ‘a cartel’, report says
A wealth management firm has called for the Office of Fair Trading to open an investigation into the pricing practices…
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What divorcing couples can learn from Gwyneth Paltrow’s conscious uncoupling
Everyone and his wife (pardon the pun) is wondering what to make of this phrase ‘conscious uncoupling’ that Gwyneth Paltrow…
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Save the Land Registry, one of England’s glories!
Imagine the surprise and dismay of Mr X, a client with a wonderful £15 million house in one of London’s…
ByUK fund managers acting like 'a cartel', report says
Gina Miller, CEO of SCM Private, told Spear’s that the UK retail investment industry lacks competition and transparency. Giulia Cambieri…
ByWhat divorcing couples can learn from Gwyneth Paltrow's conscious uncoupling
Not all separating couples will want to head for the tranquil island of Eleuthera to mark their separation. But there…
BySave the Land Registry, one of England's glories!
Anyone who has ever bought, sold or had any other dealings with land will appreciate the essential role that the…
ByLondon's oligarchs needn't fear sanctions over Crimea
London’s trays of caviar and Krug-filled ice buckets have begun to shake under the ominous rumbling of Russian tanks on…
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The Isle of Man tries to clean up its reputation – but is it working?
‘I would say to Vince Cable and David Cameron (and I have met them) we’re part of the solution, not…
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Why we need to worry about HMRC’s breathtaking new powers
The Budget confirmed a contentious proposal to significantly extend HMRC’s powers in both existing and future open enquiries, despite significant…
ByWhy we need to worry about HMRC's breathtaking new powers
No one disputes that taxpayers must all pay their fair share, but equally fair procedure, due process and legal certainty…
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British wills can be Sharia compliant – but it’s complicated
Sharia law places great importance on the duty to write a will – ‘It is the duty of a Muslim…
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Sanctions on Russia also punish those entrepreneurs who want to come to Britain for safety
The US and EU have imposed economic and travel sanctions on named Russian individuals linked to the Putin regime in…
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The Grayling prison books ban highlights how philanthropy can help rehabilitate prisoners
Philanthropists have the luxury of being able to think in the long-term – they can transcend short-term spikes of interest…
ByBritish wills can be Sharia compliant – but it's complicated
The Law Society has issued guidance on incorporating Sharia law into British wills, so what can be included in wills…
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What is a hedge fund?
Created in 1949, hedge funds flourished during the recent decade’s early boom, but many closed due to the credit crisis…
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Key quotes from Jo Malone’s inspiring speech on how to be an entrepreneur
Last week Jo Malone, entrepreneur and founder of Jo Loves, talked at the Spear’s Young Turk Awards about her career:…
ByKey quotes from Jo Malone's inspiring speech on how to be an entrepreneur
Last week Jo Malone, entrepreneur and founder of Jo Loves, talked at the Spear’s Young Turk Awards about her career:…
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Thank goodness prisoners are being saved from the scourge of books!
‘Justice’ secretary Chris Grayling is a stupid man and, true to form, he has done something stupid: he has banned…
ByCreate you own pizza with our recipe for dough, toppings and Alsatian flamb’e
In honour of the pizza oven Uuni – and the good weather – here are a few suggestions for some…
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Sand Aire and Lord North Street to wed – at some point
The engagement was announced today of two of London’s most exclusive wealth management firms – the multi-family office Sand Aire…
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