In April 2017, the rateable value of UK commercial properties was reassessed. This resulted in changes of around 50% to most properties.
A rich seam: A bright future for agriculture in the Midwest
In July, The Financial Future of Agribusiness conference in Minnesota gave professionals a chance to discuss developments in the industry.
Germany: Bundestag fears Russian interference
On 6th January 2017, the Bundestag heard that the Government fears that Russia might try to influence the 2017 elections through cyber-attacks.
Germany: Courts rule on import duties levied in breach of EU law
Two German courts have had to consider whether customs authorities should pay interest on anti-dumping duties levied in breach of EU law.
Dutch government plans for the future
Legislation is still in the planning phase, but we have a good idea of how Dutch laws are to be amended.
Agriculture: Holland to introduce new VAT regime
Current regulations for VAT in Agriculture sector in Holland will be abolished effectively as per 1 January 2018.
Retail REITS boom in Singapore
Retail REITs form the largest sub-segment on the Singapore Exchange and have been the strongest performer in the last three years.
Brexit boom in EU customs declarations for The Netherlands?
Brexit is expected to have substantial consequences on the European economy generally, and import and export in particular.
Cyprus issues tax bulletin clarifying payment of taxes in arrears
The Cypriot House of Representatives has voted to extend the deadline for submission of requests for settlement of tax arrears.
Portugal fights money-laundering with new ownership register
The new register will contain information about beneficial owners of all organisations active in Portugal.
Russian Ministry of Finance issues new customs regulations
The draft allows for advance notification data to be submitted to customs authorities in English, without Russian translation.
German court rules on tax status of unmanned wind farms
The Fiscal Court of Cologne ruled on 14 March 2017 that unmanned wind turbines could be seen as permanent establishments for VAT purposes.