Government delays implementation of IR35 Off Payroll Working Rules
The Government has confirmed that the implementation of the extension to the IR35 offpayroll working rules has been delayed for a year.
Coronavirus: What effect will this Covid-19 pandemic have on tenants' leasehold liabilities?
Given that leases do not contain force majeure clauses, and they will not be frustrated by any temporary restriction or inability to occupy the premises, tenants and guarantors will remain bound by their lease obligations and, in particular, their liability for the rent.
Will Coronavirus infiltrate your contracts too?
With the effects of Coronavirus sweeping across global markets, businesses are evaluating the practical impact on their trade. Many industries are already badly affected – whether by imposed travel bans or the quarantining of employees and customers – and business owners are concerned that disrupted trade may leave them with contractual liabilities.
Budget 2020: £1 billion Building Safety Fund announced for the remediation of unsafe non-ACM cladding
In yesterday's budget, the Government announced the provision of a £1 billion "Building Safety Fund", which will be made available in 2020 – 2021.
Non-resident SDLT: BUDGET 2020 - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
The seemingly good news is that this applies to contracts from 1 April 2021: as stated by the Chancellor. The bad news (apart from the fact that the charge is being introduced - at all) is that the rate will be 2% and not the 1% rate that appeared in the original consultation process. However, the ugly is the exact implementation date.
Results of the Government Review of the IR35 Off Payroll Working Rules
The Government's review of the implementation of the off payroll working rules reform concluded at the end of February and plans to continue with the implementation of the reforms.
COVID-19: What will the impact on construction projects be?
The WHO has declared the COVID-19 a public health emergency of international concern with the potential to become a pandemic, and the government has cautioned that cases of COVID-19 in the UK are likely to rise significantly over the coming days and weeks.
2020-an imminent financial crash or will the real estate sector’s fortunes continue to be favourable?
On 25 February, Bisnow hosted a panel discussion on the prospects for UK real estate in 2020. The eminent panel included representatives from Hines, M&G Real Estate, Moorfield Group, Patron Capital Partners and Schroder Real Estate. Here are some key takeaways.
Immigration post-Brexit: What employers should consider when hiring EU citizens
The Home Office has published its policy paper setting out the main features of a new proposed immigration system, which is due to come into effect in January 2021.
How divorcing couples are affected by tax
For couples facing divorce, the tax consequences of their financial settlement are unlikely to be at the forefront of their minds.