Archive for December, 2009
VAT Question From A Publican!
I have just been asked about the VAT increase that is due to happen at 00:01 a.m. on the 1st January 2010 back to 17.5% and how it affect Pubs/Restaurants that are hosting a New Year’s Eve party. I thought it a good idea to clarify this point for everybody who may be wondering.
The rate is due to change at that moment, but for publicans/restaurants lucky enough (these days) to enjoy a busy New Year’s Eve party at their Premises,
When Will Spaceship Government Return to Planet Reality?
I apologize for this post as I do not normally write about policital issues but… I was woken up at 7am this morning by a news bulletin that the Government have announced a pledge to reduce public expenditure by £12bn over the next 4 years. Last week there was a scandal about the RBS brokers [...]
SatNav trials!
Ever since I received it I have been a staunch supporter of the Garmin Sat Nav the family bought me for my 50th birthday just over two years ago. No dead ends, no railway tracks, easy to update, reliable through France, generally excellent with no problems – until today.
My youngest son had a Rock School exam this afternoon in Darley Dale for his electric guitar.
Still Confused By New State Pension Age Rules?
A number of people have asked me for clarification about the new retirement ages and how to work out exactly when their pensions may be expected to start (assuming the Country isn’t bankrupt by then – but that’s another post altogether!).
The Tax Office have acknowledged these genuine concerns and have produced a helpful calculator…