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Government scraps British ISA plan
Concerns over market complexity led to the decision.Non-dom exodus feared due to tax reforms
UK faces potential loss in tax revenue as non-doms exit.HMRC clarifies the higher rate for SDLT refunds
Guidance released on refunds after house sales.Government extends support for vulnerable households
£421m boost for local authorities in England.New HMRC advisory fuel rates
Updated fuel rates impact UK company-car drivers.Crypto investors urged to review tax obligations
HMRC targets crypto gains with ‘nudge letters’ initiative.Tax hike fears trigger asset sell-offs
Investors brace for capital gains tax increase.Labour’s plan to ‘Make Work Pay’
Mixed reactions from leaders on new employee rights bill.Backlash over pension credit and winter fuel payments
Pensioners encouraged to claim support amid rising costs.Average UK house price increases in 2024
Demand rises, but supply keeps growth in check.
In the 11th and 12th centuries half a million pilgrims a year travelled on foot from all over Europe to Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain. In September 1992 Patrick Shanahan retraced their steps, recording his 500 mile journey in a series of photographs, some of which are reproduced on this website.