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Labour's Tax Crackdown Dims London Luxury Property Market

10/16/2025

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The Telegraph reports on Labour's tax policies aimed at the wealthy and their effects on London's property market.
David Sullivan, chairman of West Ham United, notes a decline in interest for luxury properties due to the government's crackdown on non-domiciled residents.
Wealthy clients at upscale salons express frustration and consider relocating to Monaco and Dubai.
Despite a 20.3% rise in new prime sales instructions, high-value home sales decreased by 12.3%, and prices fell by 4.6%.
Insiders anticipate further tax increases in the upcoming Budget.

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The Telegraph reports on Labour's tax policies aimed at the wealthy and their effects on London's property market.
David Sullivan, chairman of West Ham United, notes a decline in interest for luxury properties due to the government's crackdown on non-domiciled residents.
Wealthy clients at upscale salons express frustration and consider relocating to Monaco and Dubai.
Despite a 20.3% rise in new prime sales instructions, high-value home sales decreased by 12.3%, and prices fell by 4.6%.
Insiders anticipate further tax increases in the upcoming Budget.