The capital already features a number of captivating high-rise restaurants (with spectacular views) in landmark buildings, including The Shard (Aqua Shard, Hutong and Oblix) and the Heron Tower (Duck & Waffle and Sushi Samba). New additional high-rise dining will soon be available (from January 2015) at 20 Fenchurch Church Street in the ‘Walkie Talkie’ skyscraper. […]

There is a new hidden gem in Mayfair, at the heart of the Connaught Hotel (just off the lobby in the new wing), The Champagne Room (pictured) is a beautiful yet intimate place – illuminated by a contemporary skylight and candlelight. Choose from a selection of prestige champagnes, fine wines and rare spirits (all exclusive […]

The Small Self Administered Scheme (SSAS) market looks set for a resurgence, with two major benefits. The removal of Protected Rights benefits from this tax year will level the playing field for SSASs with the more popular Self Invested Personal Pension (SIPP). Up until recently, the inability to hold Protected Rights has proved a stumbling […]

A new variation of life cover is available for certain, eligible individuals. ‘Relevant Life’ is a tax efficient arrangement which, if satisfying certain conditions, benefits from a tax favoured treatment of premiums and benefits. These premiums to a qualifying policy will be tax deductible for the Employer and will not be assessable on the employee […]

With a continual stream of negativity surrounding pensions, and recent legislation only limiting what a government clearly sees as already generous tax-relief concessions, many pension holders would be forgiven for missing several positive changes that will allow those aged over 55 to gain more control and flexibility over when and how they use their retirement savings. First […]

Whilst many of us will be busy finalising contributions to ensure 2011/12 ISA limits are utilised, those with young children may wish to consider the recent change to child savings. Junior ISAs are set up in the child’s name by a parent or guardian and available to each child in the family each tax year. […]