Survey: Public knows nothing about how charities are run
I have to take with a pinch of salt the results of a survey commissioned by philanthropy consultants NPC (who…
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John Humphrys puts his finger on the London property problem
High up on the fourth floor of the Club at the Ivy on Tuesday morning, the talk was of London’s…
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Melinda Hughes hears stratospheric top notes and sonorous bellowing in a hilarious spectacle of frivolity and fun I scored top…
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Chris Moyles’ car-based tax-avoidance scheme runs out of road
Another month goes by and another battle is won by HMRC in their war against aggressive tax avoidance. The tribunal…
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The tribunal dealing with complaints against HMRC decisions recently dismissed an appeal by participants of a scheme known as ‘Working…
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Numbers of UHNWs in Asia and Africa set to boom over next decade
Fulfilling long-heralded promises of growth, countries in Asia and Africa will see their numbers of wealthy individuals race up over…
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Law Commission report on prenups will make both winners and losers
The Law Commission’s report launched last Thursday set out a series of recommendations on how England and Wales might reform…
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Can arbitration keep HNWs out of the courtroom when divorcing?
The news that a senior judge wants to make it easier for divorce settlements agreed by arbitration – rather than…
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A trip to Paris' George V takes a detour to the original Louis Vuitton maison
It is not the kind of hotel where you end up never sitting on the antique chair for fear of…
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Giver and the Gift: Why BMW is driving charitable funds towards the Tate Modern
Author: Spear’s Editorial The Giver Thomas Girst (pictured above, left) Head of cultural engagement at BMW Group Smart Cars The…
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Spear’s John Arlidge nominated for British Press Award
John Arlidge, Spear’s luxury and travel editor, has been nominated for a British Press Award in the Business and Finance…
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Soaring rent and demanding art fairs close a Mayfair gallery – but the picture isn't all bleak
Bischoff/Weiss was a prospering Mayfair Gallery until the prosperity of others caught up with them. Josh Spero talks to Rapha’lle…
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Five easy tools to help you be a more effective philanthropist
Every philanthropic decision can be fraught: was this the right cause? Was it the right amount? How do I know…
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What is a prenup?
The Love Contract Mention the word ‘prenup‘ and romance suddenly goes out the window. But any legal or financial guru…
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Timetric announces launch of Cards and Electronic Payments International Asia Trailblazers Summit and Awards
The Cards & Electronic Payments International Asia Pacific Trailblazers Awards are now open for nominations across our 45 award titles…
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Private Banker International to host Timetric Singapore annual Wealth Summit and Awards in Hong Kong
The Summit, organised by Timetric Singapore, will bring together key private banking industry leaders to assess and discuss the core…
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Arnold Schwarzenegger and Michael Gove help launch Conservative Environment Network
‘Vote blue, go green’ was one of David Cameron’s early electoral slogans (after realising, presumably, that ‘hug a hoodie’ appealed…
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Going, going, gone… British passports up for auction
Author: by Chloe Barrow This week the trend of EU countries selling off passports to the wealthy took a surprising…
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Expert reaction to new prenuptial proposals
Commenting on Professor Elizabeth Cooke’s Report recommending pre-nuptial agreements become legally binding in court Chris Aitken, Head of Financial Planning…
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Berry to grow its international clients in Bordier & Cie rebrand
Berry Asset Management is taking on the name of the Swiss private bank that owns it, becoming Bordier & Cie…
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