Speaking of inappropriate and/or embarrassing speeches, there are certain rules which should be obeyed at all times, whether you’re the Leader of the Free World speaking to the World or a financial services person presenting to an audience of financial advisers of which I was a member at a conference this week. 1) If you’re not a natural comedian, it’s fine to be serious 2) If you want to be funny, remember it’s not the 1970s and 3) Remember, women make up 50% of the population, have the vote and are often not just your secretary. Sometimes, I despair; as I cringe with embarrassment.
“Why most won’t need to worry about IHT on pensions”
Many a government has made the point that only a minority will be affected by this or that tax change or tinker. It is, however, both perception and aspiration which are important, and they are what makes IHT the ‘most hated’ of all taxes – along with all the others, of course.
