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Rolls-Royce Cullinan review: ‘The ultimate car oxymoron’
Rolls-Royce’s all-new SUV, the Cullinan, makes the most of its precious heritage, writes Cindy-Lou Dale The Cullinan name references the 3,10…
Why Asian cities are challenging the ‘old favourites’ of property investors
A raft of Asian cities are rising through the ranks to challenge the old favourites of property investors, writes Catherine Moye At some point, eve…
Acceptance in Lieu explained: How cultural donations can lead to ‘tax benefits’
A government scheme enables HNWs to donate items of cultural significance in exchange for tax benefits, writes Ceris Gardner Watching Eoin Morgan a…
Why it is time for an election – the Spear’s view
A Brexit general election might just be what the country needs. It’s certainly what Boris Johnson needs if he’s to stay in power. The prognosis for…
Stonehage Fleming appoints new CEO for ‘fresh ideas and new direction’
Chris Merry is named as new CEO of Stonehage Fleming replacing Giuseppe Ciucci who steps down four years after wealth firm’s creation, report…
Rana Dasgupta Q&A: How Britain’s JCB launched the ‘Booker Prize for India’
Arun Kakar talks to the novelist Rana Dasgupta on how he worked with the British multinational to set up the ‘Booker Prize for India’ …
Hansard at the National Theatre review: ‘A thought-provoking success’
Alex Jennings and Lindsay Duncan shine in this minimalist debut from Simon Woods, writes Laura Plumley While the debut play from actor turned playw…
Robert Harris diary: ‘For connoisseurs of politics, it’s the greatest World Cup ever’
Novelist Robert Harris describes how technology, Europe and the current political maelstrom are shaping our lives I’ve done a lot of books se…
Exploring the ‘Belle Epoque luxury’ of Buenos Aires
With direct routes from Gatwick and Los Angeles, Buenos Aires has become more convenient – which is great news for fans of tango and Belle Epoque l…
Bentley centenary to be celebrated at Salon Privé Masters 2019
This year’s edition of the storied motor show will celebrate the centenary of one of Britain’s most prestigious brands, writes Arun Kak…
Inside the Court, Soho’s newest private member’s club, with founder Harry Mead
Arun Kakar sits down with Harry Mead, the founder of Soho’s newest – and quite possibly coolest – private members club the Court …
Seddons Family Law: Staying ahead of the pack
The heads of Seddons’ family law and private client teams tell Edwin Smith how they stay ahead of the pack Ever since Deborah Jeff started working …
Spear’s 2019 top tax advisers unveiled — ‘The UK is a less welcoming place for HNWs’
The UK is less attractive to global HNWs now than this time last year, Spear’s finds, as it unveils the results of its survey of top tax lawyers an…
‘The death of Europe’, Robert Harris, Ann Widdecombe and more – inside the latest issue of Spear’s
Francis Fukuyama, Ann Widdecombe, Giorgio Armani, and Robert Harris lead an essential lineup in the latest issue of Spear’s, writes Alec Mars…
Taxman squeezes another £700m from super-rich investigations
The tax take from ‘wealthy individuals’ investigated by HMRC surged by 58 per cent in 2018/19, according to a report from law firm Pinsent Masons, …
PPFM: What to see, read, buy and do in September
Pinch, Punch, First of the Month: Five things to see, splurge on, read and do over the next 30 days. Edited by Emelia Hamilton-Russell Visit Clived…
Inside the Bath & Racquets club: how to climb the world’s most exclusive squash ladder
The prestigious mens-only health club has world-class coaches, impressive heritage and its Turkish baths have even been the site of high-profile bu…
Jo Whiley on gardening, Glasto and DJing at Henley – the Spear’s diary
DJ and broadcaster Jo Whiley relishes the magic of festival season – even if it does keep her away from her beloved garden All the UK festivals are…
Donald Trump and the perils of buying an island
Donald Trump might want to buy Greenland, but there are other islands on the market too – he just needs to be careful of the risks, writes Ar…
‘English fizz has become hip’ – Jonathan Ray on the English wine renaissance
English sparkling wines have been delicious for a while, but only now are they getting recognition, writes Jonathan Ray English Wine – specifically…