As we enter the final quarter of 2025, the M&A market is showing signs of cautious optimism. After a quieter start to the year – shaped by political transitions, inflationary pressures, and interest rate volatility – activity is gradually picking up.
Cost of living crisis and the impact on service charge recoveries
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In February 2023, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted that the bank interest rate would make its tenth increase over the past year by 0.5ppts to 4%, being the highest level in 15 years.
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The amount of inheritance tax (IHT) paid on gifts has seen a 153% increase since 2011, lawyers are warning people to address their financial planning to avoid being caught out.
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Paul Davies
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Giving land and property to charity need not be taxing
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Gifts of property or land to charities can burden people with a hefty tax bill if they are not administered properly, Jacqui Lazare, a senior associate lawyer has warned.
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Google ruling is good for public sector, businesses and non-profits
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Google rightly suffered multi-million dollar administrative penalties and fines as a result of its having secretly tracked the internet activity of millions of Apple iPhone users for some months.
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