Italy’s exit tax plan raises eyebrows in Britain
'Perhaps we don’t look so bad after all?' quips top London buying agent as Rome pitches a departure charge for wealthy residents.
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Italy’s exit tax plan raises eyebrows in Britain
'Perhaps we don’t look so bad after all?' quips top London buying agent as Rome pitches a departure charge for wealthy residents.