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HMRC tax calculator

A new service has been launched to help us understand what is actually happening in regards of payments of income tax and national insurance.

"...This calculator can be used to estimate the amount of Income Tax (not other taxes such as Capital Gains Tax) and National Insurance contributions you can expect to pay on your income – and find out how this money gets spent by the Government. It is aimed at people who pay tax through Pay As You Earn (the system used by employers and pension providers to deduct tax from your wages or pension). It's free and easy to use..." 

So, according to your situation you can choose what calcultation is (more) suitable.

Last year the Treasury announced that in 2014-15 each taxpayer would be sent a document showing exactly how much tax and national insurance they paid and how it had been spent.

Because all in taken directly from their wages over half of taxpayers do not know how much income tax and national insurance they pay in a year. As in France, everyone has to declare in February what they have earned the previous year and according to the amount, there is a type of bracket in which you need to refer to and consequently pay that percentage. It is called "Déclaration d'impôts". This fiscal duty is compulsory for all.

If not completed in time: a fine is applicable.

 

 

 

Velodrome magic design

JamFactory is behind Böikzmoïnd documentary...most of us cyclists are aware of this by now.

But before putting things together, it was necessary to do test shoots to see and imagine how the footage would look, once edited.

The video below has no sound (don't panic).

 

 

To get this smooth panning, a dolly system by Glidetrack was used.

But to be even more accurate and discover who Gavin Strange really is - here is an interview.

 

In need of legal advice?

How do you know if you can deal with the situation on your own, or if you need to seek legal help?

Almost everyone will need legal advice or the help of a lawyer at some point in their lives in this complex society, such as when writing a will, buying a home, or making a business deal.

Only lawyers may give legal advice in these situations and it is better to seek legal advice before you have a legal problem rather than hire a lawyer as a last resort when something goes wrong. Seeking legal advice before you proceed can help you avoid costly and complicated legal hassles.

There are a few situations in life when you should always seek legal advice and hire the services of a lawyer, such as:

• When buying or selling real estate.
• When signing major financial contracts.
• If you have been injured in an accident which is not your fault.
• When organizing your own business.
• When you are married, divorced or adopt a child.
• When you are being sued or you want to sue someone.

How Do You Know When You Should Hire a Lawyer

Sometimes it’s easy to tell that you need a lawyer, such as when you are being sued or arrested.

However, other times you might not be sure whether you should hire someone to help you with your legal matters. While you might be able to deal with the legal problem on your own, representing yourself can be very risky if you don’t know what you are doing.

If there is a lot at stake in the situation, this is one indicator that you should hire a lawyer. If your finances are seriously in jeopardy or you are in danger of going to prison, you should always get legal help.

However, if the problem is no more than a parking ticket you don’t need to consult a solicitor to fight the fine.

Is There an Alternate Solution?

If you have a legal problem and you don’t know how to resolve it, the best thing will be to talk to a lawyer. Most will usually give you a free consultation to help you figure out what to do about the situation. However, you don’t have to hire a lawyer right away if there is another way to solve the problem.

For example, if you can do your own research and find the information that you need you might not need the services of a lawyer. Also, you can contact elder associations, civil rights groups and other organizations to give you the legal help and information that you need. However, if you become confused and you don’t understand the legal situation that you are dealing with, it is better to hire the services of someone who is an expert on the law to help you make sense of it.

When you need legal advice, a solicitor will help you take control of the situation and get the outcome that you desire.