News · 14 March 2026

Two wealthy British owners choose Ireland, France over UK tax

Avoiding significant UK tax bills on worldwide income and asset sales drives some wealthy British nationals to other countries. High-net-worth individuals, having lived in the UAE and nearby, are fleeing the Gulf conflict by seeking sanctuary abroad. Two business owners, for example, are now in Dublin and France to avoid UK capital gains tax until after 5 April.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 March 2026 at 10:11

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