Equalities Minister Victoria Atkins is warning businesses to be more understanding about the religious beliefs of their employees ahead of new official guidance that will crack down on ‘non-secular intolerance’.
Homebuyers opting for longer fixed-term mortgage deals
A new analysis of mortgage approvals suggests that British homeowners are increasingly opting for longer fixed-term deals.
Resolution calls for radical IHT reform
In recent days, prominent think tank Resolution has called for a radical new system to replace the UK’s existing Inheritance Tax (IHT) regime, amid concerns that more needs to be done to tackle intergenerational inequality.
Scaffolding firm fined over health and safety failings
A scaffolding company has been heavily fined over a number of health and safety failings which emerged after a new employee sustained work-related injuries.
Britons urged to share experiences of IHT in online survey
In recent days, the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has launched an online survey urging Britons to share their experiences of Inheritance Tax (IHT) and consider whether they feel IHT ought to be simplified or reformed in the years ahead.