Is the government stifling the tax-advantaged sectors?

Changes to tax rules made in last year's Budget

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Recent changes to the rules governing the tax-advantaged sector have created more restrictions in terms of what VCT and EIS funds can invest in, however there is no sign of a retreat on the part of the UK government in regards to the concept of tax-advantaged investment, according to managers.

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