My letter to the Premier League.
Alison BrittainChairPremier League Dear Alison, I am writing in full support of Andy Burnham's recent correspondence dated December 2 regarding Everton Football Club's deduction of points. I share his concerns about the Premier League's conduct in this matter,...
ISA reforms being considered
Nigel Holland "Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is considering significant Isa reforms to encourage individual savers to invest in the UK stock market. Proposed changes may include additional tax-free allowances for investing in UK companies and merging stocks and shares ISAs...
FCA’s Tough Stance: Cracking Down on Workplace Harassment
Nigel Holland The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) plans to tighten rules on workplace misconduct, spurred by allegations of sexual harassment against hedge fund tycoon Crispin Odey. The proposed changes include stricter regulations against wrongdoers and companies...
Surge in Workplace Sick Days: A Decade’s Progress Unwound by COVID-19
Nigel Holland "The average worker took 7.8 sick days in the past year, up from 5.8 pre-pandemic, posing challenges for employers. Long Covid and lingering pandemic effects still impact the workforce." Quotation by Nigel Holland. Average sick days per worker increased...
High Income Child Benefit Charge
Nigel Holland examines the charge on child benefit " You may have to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge if you or your partner have an individual income that’s over £50,000. If the income exceeds £60,000 Child benefit is removed completely. You’ll need to work...
Rishi Sunak’s Urgent Call: Controlling AI Before It’s Too Late”
Nigel Holland "UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expresses concern over AI advancements, fearing potential misuse by bioterrorists. He plans an international AI safety summit to address safety and control issues before the next-gen AI emerges." Quotation by Nigel Holland....
Pass AI law now or fall behind
Nigel Holland "The development of AI technology is moving at a rapid rate. It is important that the UK stays at the head of AI regulation. The earliest that legislation is introduced will be 2025 unless it is mentioned in the King's speech on 7 November 2023. There...
How the US conquered Inheritance tax
Nigel Holland "Inheritance tax is viewed as one of the most unpopular taxes around. This is because it is a form of double taxation. A taxpayer saves all their life, these savings represent savings after tax. The tax payer accumulates a lifetime of wealth which has...
Warning over mistake by Supermarket – you could end up losing a lot of money
"There exists substantial savings which may be made made by shoppers which they are losing out on. Digital coupons and apps are now widespread and there are large savings which can be obtained and are being missed. Cashbacks should be seen as a bonus rather than a...
What is the future for interest rates?
Nigel Holland recommends reduction in interest rates " The increase in interest rates must stop to prevent the economy being harmed. The Bank of England were right to raise rates in the past because of inflation. As these problems start to disappear it is time now to...