Business warned over 50% tax strategies

Trying to duck the 50% tax rate could hit businesses later on in the business cycle.

Accelerating cash payments before the new tax comes into effect could prove problematic if staff then underperform or leave unexpectedly.

Restructuring share awards was one alternative, as they can be forfeited in certain circumstances. Other are deferring bonuses altogether in the hope that the tax rate will fall, reported the FT.

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