The UK government is considering changes to its tax structure for large tech firms to avoid potential US tariffs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves emphasises the need for a balanced approach to maintain competitiveness while ensuring fair taxation.
Rachel Reeves’ 2025 Spring Statement outlines key fiscal measures, including a £4.8bn welfare cut, downgraded economic growth forecast, £2.2bn defence boost, and planning reforms for 170,000 new homes. Market response remains cautious as debates over austerity versus stability continue.
Buy-to-let firms have become the most common type of business in the UK, driven by tax changes and rising incorporation among landlords, despite challenges like high mortgage rates and a shrinking rental mortgage market.
Discover Taiwan’s creative spirit in the UK! Enjoy an immersive performance at Tate Modern, witty comedy in Glasgow, a classic Taiwanese New Wave film festival via BFI, and a thought-provoking solo exhibition by Shon Chen in London.
British businesses remain optimistic about Taiwan’s economy, with 64% expecting revenue growth in 2025. Key opportunities lie in ICT, healthcare, and renewable energy. Despite geopolitical concerns, UK firms see Taiwan as a stable, growing market for trade and investment.
