It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of wedding planning. Things like the venue, decor, food, and wedding attire can make it a truly magical time — until the bill arrives. Talking about your wedding budget probably isn’t a conversation you’re looking forward to. But it’s a necessary one. Before viewing locations or … Read more
A no-confidence vote triggered by a dispute over the French budget has led to the collapse of the country’s government. Camilla Locatelli writes that France’s fiscal challenges offer important lessons for the rest of Europe. On 4 December, the French government collapsed after Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost a vote of no confidence. The vote … Read more
For the first time in 45 years, France will end the year without a budget for the following year, and will have to pass a “special law,” a constitutional tool to guarantee the continuity of the state. Only yesterday this situation was highly unlikely, but it is now certain, according to President Emmanuel Macron. “A … Read more
Cheltenham, England, Dec. 4, 2024 –A majority of senior cybersecurity professionals at the UK’s largest organisations struggle with feelings of helplessness and professional despair, new research by Green Raven Limited indicates. These negative emotions result from practitioners’ anticipation of eventual, inevitable failure to protect their organisation. Most practitioners say these same feelings spill over into and impact their personal lives. … Read more
The Labour Government’s 2024 Autumn Budget brings a host of new tax measures aimed primarily at second homeowners, buy-to-let landlords, holiday lettings, and employers. These changes are designed to realign tax rates and incentivise primary home ownership while also putting employers on notice to prepare for increased costs in the coming years. For property owners … Read more
