More taxes proposed – aren’t you glad you left the UK
By BILL BLEVINS Financial Correspondent, Blevins Franks Already dubbed a “one man tax creation industry”, UK Chancellor, Gordon Brown, has announced the possibility of two more controversial tax revenue raisers.
Enjoy Christmas shopping this year
It’s hard to believe, but Christmas is just around the corner. If you’re stressing over where to find all those perfect gifts, tasty treats and unique decorations, fear not –
Portuguese fiscal numbers – What you don’t know can hurt you
By DENNIS SWING GREENE Once you have been registered and received your fiscal number card, do not be lulled into complacency. Incorrect identity information problems can create serious liabilities, as
The Kaiser Cure – Nutrition
By DR. THOMAS KAISER Dear Reader, I hope you are doing well, smiling a lot and have managed to discover new enjoyable things around you. Today, I will talk
Ryanair hits problems as profits soar
Passengers flying with Ryanair are being warned to expect chaos in the run up to Christmas as a result of strikes in Spain, changes to luggage limits and the introduction
UK confirms new air security rules
Britain’s Department for Transport has confirmed that passengers will be able to take liquids through airport security checkpoints from November 6. However, all liquids – including drinks, soups, syrups, creams,
Record snow for US ski slopes
Heavy snowfalls have prompted many ski resorts in the American state of Colorado to open their slopes early. Arapahoe Basin was the first, on October 13 – the earliest start
Eggs moves house
By Paul Mckay Wednesday, October 4 If at first you don’t succeed, get a professional in. With this in mind, we had Ana, the Monchique vet visit this morning to
Foreign clinics cash in on sick tourists
A new report by a leading travel insurer claims that thousands of holidaymakers, who receive medical treatment while abroad, are being overcharged. According to Europ Assistance, the company has received
It’s a gift!
Contributed by JOHN WESTWOOD Managing Director, Blacktower Financial Management Limited WITHIN THE last few years, Portugal has all but done away with inheritance tax (IHT), where assets are left to