Today (31 January) is the deadline for people to submit their tax returns,
Most people, whether low earners with income just above the tax threshold or high earners paying the highest tax rate, take pride in playing fair with the rest of society - they will stay up late declaring every penny earned and refrain from playing fast and loose with the tax rules.
But some people don't play by the rules.
Oxfam has published a...
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A huge board game showing how easy it is to fall in and out of poverty was played in Scotland for the first time today.
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A new report by Oxfam published today (Thu 14 June) highlights the "perfect storm" facing the poorest people in the UK.
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Responding to today's Budget, Oxfam Scotland says it's a missed opportunity to tackle rising inequality and raise billions of pounds for public services across the UK.
The charity - which works extensively with local partners across Scotland - brands claims that this is a 'Robin Hood' budget "a farce".
The Chancellor announced a cut in the 50p top rate of rate to 45p for the highest earners in the country,...
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Campaigners for a fairer financial system have called on the Scottish Government to support the Robin Hood Tax (RHT) to heap pressure on the UK Coalition to implement it.
It comes after the Royal Bank of Scotland announced that despite making a £2 billion loss last year - it will still pay bonuses totalling £785 million to staff. The bonus payout by the bank - which is 82% taxpayer owned - includes £390 million for the firm's investment...
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Oxfam poll reveals Scots are skipping meals to feed their children. Growing concern pensioners are being forced to "ration" food.
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