10/13/2013
FCA: Fraudsters using identity of authorised IFAs
This is the second time the FCA has warned against the ‘clone’ of an individual rather than a firm
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10/13/2013
HMRC's tax gap figures "not providing accurate picture".
The increase was mainly due to underpayment of VAT after the rate increased to 20 per cent.
10/13/2013
What has Grant Thornton got to hide, asks Tchenguiz
The Tchenguiz brothers have accused Grant Thornton of having something to hide after two of the accountant’s staff won a legal ruling to frustrate the disclosure of key documents.
10/13/2013
Penningtons and Manches Combine to Create 115 Partner Law Firm
Two leading London and South East law firms, Penningtons Solicitors LLP and Manches LLP, have joined forces to become one of the dominant legal players in the region.
10/12/2013
Tax accord a filip for Isle of Man reputation
We have a long-established policy of complying with global standards
10/12/2013
Despite the tough talk, this government is far too soft on tax evasion
You might have thought the politics of hard times would be the same whatever the country, and that burgeoning public deficits would mean tough measures to collect tax.
10/10/2013
FCA defends 'pragmatic' data collection despite anger over rising costs
FCA chairman John Griffith-Jones has defended the regulator’s “pragmatic” data collection despite industry concerns over escalating costs.
10/10/2013
Falcon Private Bank employee in Hong Kong ‘banned for life’ by SFC
The SFC said the case had been referred to it by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority
10/10/2013
Most Highly Regarded Firms: Information Technology 2013
The firm’s depth of expertise is evidenced with listings spanning the breadth of its international offices.
10/09/2013
FCA Looks to Extend FSCS Payouts to Larger Firms
Larger unincorporated firms including charities could be in line for FSCS payouts
10/09/2013
Britain Weighs Creating System to Reward Whistle-Blowers
British government is considering creating a reward system, similar to ones in the United States
10/08/2013
Tax Evasion Could be Human Rights Abuse
Financial systems that enable tax evasion could be in violation of international human rights, a task force believes.
10/08/2013
HMRC should launch tax amnesty for evaders to raise £17bn
The figure of £17bn is based on an estimated £12.95bn from accidental or careless evasion and £4.89bn through deliberate evasion.
10/08/2013
Last Chance to Report Foreign Bank Accounts to IRS
While some people intentionally evade taxes by hiding money offshore, most people with foreign accounts simply don't understand the law.
10/08/2013
G20: Charity Appeals For Tax Action
Assistance for developing countries to alleviate tax evasion remains high on the agenda for NGOs
10/08/2013
Baker Tilly announces Tenon office mergers
According to the Top Ten firm, the offices in these areas will begin merging in early 2014.
10/08/2013
Swiss Edge Further Away From Bank Secrecy With New Tax Steps
Switzerland plans to cooperate with foreign authorities on tax matters and revise its tax savings deal with the European Union
10/07/2013
Italian tax chief believes 'evasion for survival' exists
Befera says would be less cheating if Italy taxed less
10/07/2013
Human rights fear over bankers’ bonuses
The FCA and the PRA were largely supportive of the commission’s proposals to improve industry standards
10/07/2013
FCA's Griffith-Jones: 'there is more work to be done on suitability'
Suitability remains firmly on the Financial Conduct Authority’s radar in the wealth management sector