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New PAYE system could see thousands of Irish workers on emergency tax

New PAYE system could see thousands of Irish workers on emergency tax New PAYE system could see thousands of Irish workers on emergency tax

But it is up to individual employees, rather than employers, to sort the situation out.
16 Jan 2019
US congresswoman proposes controversial 70% income tax on high earners

US congresswoman proposes controversial 70% income tax on high earners US congresswoman proposes controversial 70% income tax on high earners

The suggestion is part of an ambitious tax plan to finance a ‘Green New Deal’ to cut carbon emissions.
16 Jan 2019
US wage inequality on par with poor Latin American countries, warns analyst

US wage inequality on par with poor Latin American countries, warns analyst US wage inequality on par with poor Latin American countries, warns analyst

Not only have average wages barely risen in years, but health insurances are eating away at them too.
15 Jan 2019
Nigeria averts latest strike threat by promising minimum wage action

Nigeria averts latest strike threat by promising minimum wage action Nigeria averts latest strike threat by promising minimum wage action

The government has finally agreed to send the Bill to Parliament when it reconvenes after the holiday break.
15 Jan 2019
US IRS to recall “significant portion” of staff to tackle income tax filing

US IRS to recall “significant portion” of staff to tackle income tax filing US IRS to recall “significant portion” of staff to tackle income tax filing

Since the government shutdown, some 800,000 federal workers have been furloughed or are working without pay.
14 Jan 2019
Most New Zealand employers ignore IRD’s new payroll reporting system

Most New Zealand employers ignore IRD’s new payroll reporting system Most New Zealand employers ignore IRD’s new payroll reporting system

The mandatory system is supposed to make payroll professionals’ lives easier, says taxman.
14 Jan 2019
German politicians call for Muslims to pay 10% mosque income tax surcharge

German politicians call for Muslims to pay 10% mosque income tax surcharge German politicians call for Muslims to pay 10% mosque income tax surcharge

Mirroring a similar levy for Christians, its aim is to boost allegiance with moderate interpretations of Islam.
11 Jan 2019
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