HMRC To Narrow Scope Of Bank Levy

The UK Government is planning to change the scope of the Bank Levy and simplify how it is administered. Continue Reading »

UK, Canada To Secure FTA Immediately After Brexit

The UK and Canada will negotiate to extend the EU-Canada free trade agreement, which is to enter into force on September 21, to the UK when it leaves the European Union, it has been agreed. Continue Reading »

US Hearing On Improving IRS Appeals Process

On September 13, the US Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee launched a hearing on improving the resolution process for taxpayer disputes and appeals with the Internal Revenue Service. Continue Reading »

Paper Looks At Tax Haven-Use Trends Globally

The US-based National Bureau of Economic Research has released a new report that looks at which countries' taxpayers have the most wealth stored in so-called "offshore tax havens." Continue Reading »

OECD Criticizes Estonia's Dividend Tax Measure

The OECD has taken issue with the Estonian Government's plans to reduce the rate of tax on distributed dividends for established companies, warning that the measure could complicate the tax system and discriminate against small firms. Continue Reading »

China, Chile Work Towards Enhanced Free Trade Agreement

China and Chile recently held a third round of talks towards upgrading their free trade deal. Continue Reading »

German Air Passenger Tax Under Fire From Economy Minister

German Economy Minister Brigitte Zypries has said that Germany's air passenger tax is damaging the country's aviation industry and should be scrapped. Continue Reading »

Norway's Reelected Conservatives Pledge Tax Cuts

Norway's reelected Conservative Prime Minister, Erna Solberg, has pledged tax cuts for companies to encourage higher investment, job creation, and economic growth. Continue Reading »