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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Twilight flights to return to Clacton Airshow
Twilight flights will return to the Clacton Airshow in August by popular demand, a council has announced. This year's twilight theme will be Legends After Dark, with a debut from the P-51D Mustang "Moonbeam McSwine", which was pivotal in helping Britain achieve air superiority during World War Two. Meanwhile the pyrotechnics of the Firebirds Aerobatic Team and Otto the Helicopter - complete with fireworks and smoke - will return to the line-up. Ivan Henderson, deputy leader of Tendring District Council (TDC), said: "The twilight display is a real showstopper – a spectacular fusion of light, sound and aviation skill that brings a whole new energy to the seafront." The annual airshow attracts tens of thousands of visitors with a mix of historical and modern aircraft. This year will also see appearances from the RAF Red Arrows and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. The display will take place on the opening day of the two-day event, which runs from Thursday 21 August to Friday 22 August. Henderson continued: "It's the perfect way to extend the excitement into the evening and gives even more people the chance to experience the magic of the airshow. "Whether you're a lifelong aviation enthusiast or just looking for a unique summer evening out, the twilight flights are not to be missed." Operated by the restored Mustang is painted in tribute to Captain William T. Whisner's original World War Two fighter, which flew with the 487th Fighter Squadron in England. Red Nova IT Solutions sponsor the twilight flights, and its director, Rob Norris, said: "We're thrilled to once again support the twilight display – it's a true highlight of the summer and a brilliant showcase for Clacton. "The airshow brings the community together and draws visitors from far and wide, and we're proud to be part of something that puts our town on the map." Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. All you need to know as famous airshow returns Battle of Britain flight to lead seaside airshow Airshow to mark 30th year with twilight display Clacton Airshow Tendring District Council
BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Twilight flights to return to Clacton Airshow in August
Twilight flights will return to the Clacton Airshow in August by popular demand, a council has year's twilight theme will be Legends After Dark, with a debut from the P-51D Mustang "Moonbeam McSwine", which was pivotal in helping Britain achieve air superiority during World War the pyrotechnics of the Firebirds Aerobatic Team and Otto the Helicopter - complete with fireworks and smoke - will return to the Henderson, deputy leader of Tendring District Council (TDC), said: "The twilight display is a real showstopper – a spectacular fusion of light, sound and aviation skill that brings a whole new energy to the seafront." The annual airshow attracts tens of thousands of visitors with a mix of historical and modern aircraft. This year will also see appearances from the RAF Red Arrows and the Battle of Britain Memorial display will take place on the opening day of the two-day event, which runs from Thursday 21 August to Friday 22 continued: "It's the perfect way to extend the excitement into the evening and gives even more people the chance to experience the magic of the airshow."Whether you're a lifelong aviation enthusiast or just looking for a unique summer evening out, the twilight flights are not to be missed." Operated by the restored Mustang is painted in tribute to Captain William T. Whisner's original World War Two fighter, which flew with the 487th Fighter Squadron in England. Red Nova IT Solutions sponsor the twilight flights, and its director, Rob Norris, said: "We're thrilled to once again support the twilight display – it's a true highlight of the summer and a brilliant showcase for Clacton."The airshow brings the community together and draws visitors from far and wide, and we're proud to be part of something that puts our town on the map." Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Farage plans to charge non-doms £250,000 fee which will be given to poor
Reform UK would reinstate non-dom status for wealthy individuals for a £250,000 fee which would be given to Britain's poorest workers, Nigel Farage has announced. On Monday, the party leader and MP for Clacton will reveal the policy which he said would 'encourage the return of wealth and talent to the United Kingdom', according to the Telegraph. The Labour Government abolished the non-dom tax status in April, which is where UK residents whose permanent home or domicile for tax purposes is outside the UK. Last year, former Conservative chancellor Jeremy Hunt revealed plans to scrap the tax status before successor Rachel Reeves sped up the process. Reform UK's policy would mean 'every high-net-worth newcoming (or returning leaver)' would pay a £250,000 one-off fee 'in return for a stable, indefinite remittance-style regime on offshore income and a 20-year inheritance-tax shield', Mr Farage wrote in an article for the Telegraph. All of this fee would be given to Britain's lowest-paid full-time workers through an automatic tax-free dividend via HMRC, the party leader added. In response, Labour said the policy was a 'golden ticket for foreign billionaires to avoid the tax they owe in this country'. Mr Farage wrote: 'Our policy is simple – Britain must be a place where success is celebrated, not punished with excessive taxes, crippling energy costs, or punitive inheritance levies. 'We will actively encourage the return of wealth and talent to the United Kingdom, on the clear condition that those who come here deliver immediate, visible benefits to our workers.' The plan would mean around 2.5 million 'hard-working Britons' would receive an 'annual cash bonus', the Reform UK leader claimed. He added: 'Our policy is not a 'golden visa' or a backdoor to citizenship. 'It is a one-time flat tax paid by newcomers in exchange for the certainty of a favourable tax status. 'Individuals will still be liable for all standard UK taxes on UK-sourced income, property and spending. 'But they won't be taxed on offshore income and gains for the duration of their agreed status.' A Labour spokesperson said: 'Nigel Farage can brand this whatever he wants – the reality is his first proper policy is a golden ticket for foreign billionaires to avoid the tax they owe in this country. 'As ever with Reform, the devil is in the detail. 'This giveaway would reduce revenues raised from the rich that would have to be made up elsewhere – through tax hikes on working families or through Farage's promise to charge them to use the NHS.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Farage plans to charge non-doms £250,000 fee which will be given to poor
Reform UK would reinstate non-dom status for wealthy individuals for a £250,000 fee which would be given to Britain's poorest workers, Nigel Farage has announced. On Monday, the party leader and MP for Clacton will reveal the policy which he said would 'encourage the return of wealth and talent to the United Kingdom', according to the Telegraph. The Labour Government abolished the non-dom tax status in April, which is where UK residents whose permanent home or domicile for tax purposes is outside the UK. Last year, former Conservative chancellor Jeremy Hunt revealed plans to scrap the tax status before successor Rachel Reeves sped up the process. Reform UK's policy would mean 'every high-net-worth newcoming (or returning leaver)' would pay a £250,000 one-off fee 'in return for a stable, indefinite remittance-style regime on offshore income and a 20-year inheritance-tax shield', Mr Farage wrote in an article for the Telegraph. All of this fee would be given to Britain's lowest-paid full-time workers through an automatic tax-free dividend via HMRC, the party leader added. In response, Labour said the policy was a 'golden ticket for foreign billionaires to avoid the tax they owe in this country'. Mr Farage wrote: 'Our policy is simple – Britain must be a place where success is celebrated, not punished with excessive taxes, crippling energy costs, or punitive inheritance levies. 'We will actively encourage the return of wealth and talent to the United Kingdom, on the clear condition that those who come here deliver immediate, visible benefits to our workers.' The plan would mean around 2.5 million 'hard-working Britons' would receive an 'annual cash bonus', the Reform UK leader claimed. He added: 'Our policy is not a 'golden visa' or a backdoor to citizenship. 'It is a one-time flat tax paid by newcomers in exchange for the certainty of a favourable tax status. 'Individuals will still be liable for all standard UK taxes on UK-sourced income, property and spending. 'But they won't be taxed on offshore income and gains for the duration of their agreed status.' A Labour spokesperson said: 'Nigel Farage can brand this whatever he wants – the reality is his first proper policy is a golden ticket for foreign billionaires to avoid the tax they owe in this country. 'As ever with Reform, the devil is in the detail. 'This giveaway would reduce revenues raised from the rich that would have to be made up elsewhere – through tax hikes on working families or through Farage's promise to charge them to use the NHS.'
BBC News
6 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Essex community minibuses to hit road after £195k grant
New minibuses to help people get to school and medical appointments are to hit the road as part of a government investment in seaside communities. Tendring District Council in Essex is encouraging community transport groups to apply for funding for one of three minibuses after it received a grant of £195, buses would run in the Clacton, Jaywick Sands and Holland-on-Sea areas, with two providing general community transport and one specifically for 10 to 18-year-olds "facing personal and social challenges", the council said. Deputy council leader Ivan Henderson said: "This is a fantastic opportunity to strengthen community transport in some of our most underserved areas." "This scheme is about more than just transport – it's about connection, opportunity, raising aspirations and creating pride in our communities," he added."By investing in these minibuses, we are working with our partners to improve quality of life for our residents, whether that's helping young people reach education or ensuring older residents can access healthcare and social activities."The buses would help younger people access alternative education and support services, while also tackling social isolation and improving mental wellbeing across the wider community, the council must apply by 18 July, with three to be chosen by a panel to receive up to £65,000 each to purchase and operate a council said the scheme was part of a wider £20m government investment in the area, announced in December. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
