The state pension triple lock may not survive much longer. The impact of Covid-19 on earnings could mean a change in the way that state pensions increases are calculated in each year. If nothing is done, it could give pensioners a large unintended income boost, but cost the government dearly. At present, the new (single tier) state pension and its predecessor, the basic state pension, both benefit from increases based on the ‘triple lock’. This was introduced by the Coalition

The adoption in the UK of a transatlantic approach to income tax could appeal to a cash-strapped Chancellor. “…only the little people pay taxes.” That 1980s comment by the New York Hotel owner Leona Helmsley sums up an attitude that many taxpayers still believe to be true. Today the same idea often manifests itself in headlines suggesting that the chief executive pays a lower rate of tax than his (it’s usually his) cleaner. There is an element of truth in such assertions, as

The coronavirus crisis has hit society hard, but it has been heartening to see how society has come together to support those most in need – whether that’s through volunteering, charity initiatives, or simply being a helping hand for our neighbours. Bluecoat is involved with a number of charity events throughout the year, and with this community spirit in mind, last Thursday saw David complete his charity challenge. Initially aiming to complete 5000 press-ups in 12 hours, he