I am a regular critic of the Oxford Centre for Business Taxation, and I think with very good reason, but I also give credit where
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Charge for the privilege of limited liability
This letter was in the Guardian this morning. It is from the senior partner of a firm of London lawyers employing more than 150 staff:
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Progressive tax blog explains the reforms needed to UK tax – to beat Boots and friends
The Progressive Tax Blog has a wonkish and thoroughly useful piece up explaining how to tackle some forms of UK tax abuse – including excessive
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The conspiracy against the public
The Guardian’s editorial today seems worth noting in full. Apologists for abuse and those who just want to abuse need not comment. The reality is
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Barclays – paying tax, but where?
It is I think quite fair to say that a great many people who callled me yesterday afternoon were stunned by the news that Barclays
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The Independent on Treasure Islands
The economics editor of the Independent has written a review of Nick Shaxson’s book, Treasure Islands. To be candid, it’s easily the most cynical to
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In praise of tax
An editorial in London’s only evening newspaper, the London Evening Standard, says today: In praise of tax Paying tax is a good way for individuals
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How Vodafone avoided tax
Why Toby Young is wrong on tax avoidance
Toby Young has responded to my blog about his ill informed comments made when reviewing Nick Shaxson’s book, Treasure Islands. Although he has tried, he
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