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11 September 2018
Market Commentary - AugustThe UK economy is facing an unusual level of uncertainty because of Brexit. This uncertainty primarily stems from the yet to be defined relationship between the UK and the EU but also from the economy’s response to the new framework once it emerges. The UK government’s White Paper has failed to unite the government or Parliament, leaving open an entire spectrum of possible outcomes.
11 September 2018
Brexit: Will Britain be food secure?The debate about a possible no-deal Brexit has highlighted a key concern for the food and drink industry: will the UK be food-secure after it leaves the EU? In the first of two blog posts that discuss the potential impact of Brexit on Scotland’s food and drink industry, Johnston Carmichael’s head of food and drink Adam Hardie looks at how much food we import.
07 September 2018
Ten Scottish brews to try on National Beer Lover’s DayThe continued growth of the UK craft beer market shows no sign of abating. To celebrate National Beer Lover’s Day we thought it the ideal time to discover ten of our Head of Food & Drink Adam Hardie’s favourite brews.
31 August 2018
What a ‘no deal’ Brexit could mean for international trade, customs and VATIt’s almost impossible to avoid the phrase ‘no deal Brexit’ at the moment. Depending on your source, it’s either inevitable, increasingly likely or just possible - but what does it mean in practice? What are the implications for the Scottish business community and can you do anything to prepare?
24 August 2018
Unexpected pension tax charges for those in defined benefit pension schemesDoctors and dentists approaching retirement are having to choose between paying hefty extra tax bills or agreeing to a reduced pension. Many others have already submitted incorrect tax returns to HMRC and are unaware they need to report anything.
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