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OakNorth, the British-based digital bank, will this week unveil a milestone US deal that will pave the way for it to launch a significant expansion on the other side of…

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What is the domestic reverse charge and how does it affect businesses?

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

What is the Domestic Reverse Charge? Understanding the Basics The domestic reverse charge is a mechanism used in the value-added tax (VAT) system that shifts the responsibility for reporting VAT…

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Man killed and another with ‘life-changing facial injuries’ in Coventry double stabbing

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

One man has been found dead and another was left with «potentially life-changing facial injuries» after a double stabbing in Coventry, police have said. Officers from West Midlands Police were…

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How does corporate interest restriction (CIR) impact businesses in the UK?

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

Understanding Corporate Interest Restriction (CIR): Definition and Purpose The Corporate Interest Restriction (CIR) is a legislative measure aimed at limiting the tax deductibility of interest expenses for corporations. Its primary…

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Reports suggest PIP disability benefits freeze to be scrapped, eligibility criteria may be tightened

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

Reports suggest that proposals to freeze certain disability benefits are being scrapped following concerns raised by Labour politicians regarding the extent of planned welfare cuts. The Secretary of State for…

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What is residence nil rate band (RNRB) and how does it affect inheritance tax?

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

What is Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB)? An Overview The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is a significant element of the UK inheritance tax system designed to provide relief to…

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According to a recent survey, four out of five headteachers have experienced abuse from parents of schoolchildren in the past year. This mistreatment includes physical assaults, verbal attacks, spitting, and online trolling. One victim even reported being threatened with murder over the phone after having her face slapped. The survey, conducted by the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT), found that 82% of school leaders have been subjected to abuse from pupils’ parents. Verbal abuse was the most common form of mistreatment, with 85% of respondents reporting experiencing it. This was followed by threatening behavior (68%), online abuse (46%), and discriminatory language such as racism, sexism, or homophobia (22%). Additionally, 10% of those surveyed said they had been physically attacked by a parent. These abusive incidents are not isolated, with 35% of school leaders reporting experiencing such behavior at least once a month, and 16% facing it on a weekly basis. The survey also revealed that parental abuse is on the rise, with 86% of respondents stating it has increased in the past three years, and 37% saying it has greatly increased. Debra Walker, a former headteacher and chief executive of a multi-academy trust in the North of England, shared her own experience of being slapped across the face during her first headship. Survey finds four in five headteachers suffer abuse from pupils’ parents, including physical assaults and online trolling

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

A recent survey has revealed that four out of five headteachers have experienced abuse from parents of schoolchildren in the past year. The mistreatment ranges from physical violence and verbal…

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The town of Falkirk is preparing for the largest council tax increase in the UK, with rates set to rise by almost 16% next month. The local authority is facing financial difficulties, leading to a crisis in costs that has left residents feeling vulnerable and overlooked. One councillor involved in the decision to raise taxes has even received threats of violence, prompting her to contact the police for assistance. As the town grapples with the highest council tax hike in the country, residents like 70-year-old Catherine Mochar are feeling the impact. Catherine, an unpaid carer, is worried about finding the extra money to cover the increased bill, especially as her household budget is already stretched thin. Similarly, families like Claire Hamilton and William Reid, who rely on local food banks to make ends meet, are struggling to cope with the rising costs. The situation in Falkirk reflects a larger issue of funding for local authorities across the UK. While council tax rates have been frozen or capped in Scotland, this year local leaders have been given more control over setting rates. In England, there are restrictions in place to prevent excessive increases without a referendum, but Falkirk’s 15.6% rise is unprecedented. Independent councillor Laura Murtagh, who proposed the high increase, has faced backlash and threats for her decision. She defends the hike as necessary to maintain essential services, but the personal toll of the backlash has taken a toll on her mental well-being. The town is facing a difficult period, with residents feeling the strain of the highest council tax rise in the UK. UK town prepares for nearly 16% council tax hike amid rising service demands

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

The doorstep of a Falkirk house held an unexpected sight – a 70-year-old woman in tears over the looming 16% council tax rise facing her and many others next month.…

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What is a bare trust? understanding its benefits and implications

Mar 16, 2025 Staff

What is a Bare Trust? Understanding the Basics A bare trust is a simple form of trust arrangement where the trustee holds assets on behalf of the beneficiary, who has…

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Experience Six Nations Super Saturday live

Mar 15, 2025 Staff

<a href=' target='_blank'>Follow Six Nations Super Saturday live</a> The Six Nations Super Saturday is here, and you can follow all the action live by clicking on the link above. With…

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