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Ask the Expert: How to take advantage of salary sacrifice

One of the big advantages of salary sacrifice is that the more you do it, the more income tax is saved, so you can then afford to do more.

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NI taxis: Bosses highlight further decline as 61 operators leave industry in two years

There are now 1,290 fewer taxi licences compared to 2020

Belfast Live

NI's 'broken MOT system' needs substantial change and investment

It's claimed the current backlog is compromising road safety and will inevitably lead to an increase in road casualties

Belfast Live

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MOT Northern Ireland: Latest update from DVA amid long waiting times for appointments

Many drivers have been waiting for up to six months and travelling hundreds of miles to secure an appointment

Belfast Live

Open Arms counselling service acknowledges key policy documents are out of date, defence suicide royal commission hears

The government-run Open Arms counselling service helps more than 40,000 people, but the royal commission into defence suicide has heard many of its key governance policies are not up to date.

ABC News

The Queen's Funeral: Parking restrictions remain in place in Northern Ireland on Monday

The Department for Infrastructure has issued a statement on public services

Belfast Live

Is It Too Late to Get in on This Warren Buffett Stock?

Renowned kidney dialysis provider DaVita (DVA) reported solid second-quarter results. The company is expected to witness massive growth in the coming quarters, backed by strength in DaVita Kidney Care and steady expansion in international markets. Moreover, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire holds nearly 38% stake in the company. However, is it too…

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Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide calls for end to claims backlog, shares 'dismay' at 'limited' government action

Urgent action needs to be taken to eliminate a backlog of compensation claims and make processes easier for veterans, the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide says in its interim report.

ABC News

Department of Veterans' Affairs 'cruel and inhumane', widow of ex-serviceman says

Madonna Paul's husband took his own life after a career in the Army. In dealing with the "cruel and "inhumane" Department of Veterans' Affairs, she was forced to retell the story, again and again, the royal commission into defence suicide hears.

ABC News

MOT Northern Ireland: Minister urged to provide urgent clarity to motorists facing lengthy delays

The delays are due to a combination of Covid shutdowns and equipment issues

Belfast Live

NI mum 'left in limbo' after lengthy provisional licence delay

"I am told the waiting time to get a new one sent out is about as long as a piece of string"

Belfast Live

MOT Northern Ireland: What to do if you're struggling to get an appointment

Test centres are currently working through massive backlogs caused by equipment issues and Covid shutdowns

Belfast Live

MOT Northern Ireland: Latest update as MLA brands waiting situation 'a complete shambles'

Tests have been suspended several times over the past two years, leaving many drivers facing long waits for appointments

Belfast Live

Report reveals reasons behind huge backlog of 37,000 veteran requests for compensation

The Department of Veterans' Affairs keeps secret a damning report on its own staff shortages and delays in processing compensation.

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AAP

Veterans 'failed' by govt, commission told

Ex-veteran affairs minister Darren Chester has faced a royal commission and been questioned about outstanding reforms during his tenure.

Belfast Live

Diesel cars still not tested for toxic emissions by Northern Ireland DVA

Charities are calling for action on cancer causing air pollution as children at exhaust level

Benzinga

Medtronic, DaVita To Jointly Form Kidney Health-Focused Company

Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) and DaVita Inc (NYSE:DVA) intend to form a new, independent kidney care-focused medical device company (NewCo). NewCo will focus on developing a broad suite of novel kidney care products and solutions, including future home-based products. Medtronic and DaVita will co-own the NewCo, each with equal equity stakes and led by an…

Benzinga

Recap: DaVita Q1 Earnings

DaVita (NYSE:DVA) reported its Q1 earnings results on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at 04:00 PM. Here's what investors need to know about the announcement. Earnings DaVita missed estimated earnings by 13.9%, reporting an EPS of $1.61 versus an estimate of $1.87.

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‘Delay, deny, wait till we die’: injured veterans say they’ve been ignored by DVA as claims go unaddressed

Ex-service personnel claims are supposed to be processed within 90 days, but median waiting time has blown out to 207 days

Belfast Live

MOT Northern Ireland: DVA continuing to experience 'significant demand' for tests

Tests have been suspended several times over the past two years, leaving many drivers facing long waits.

ABC News

Veterans boss raised concerns about private consultants interviewing families about department's performance

Australia's Veterans' Affairs boss warned against attempts to investigate her department's processing of claims, telling the minister last year she would "not support" an approach that specifically focused on families who had lost a relative to suicide.

ABC News

Department of Veterans' Affairs admits failing its mission to support ex-military personnel in evidence to royal commission

Liz Cosson says the intent of support expressed in her department's mission statement was not being met as veterans waited months for assistance.

AAP

DVA claims backlog linked to suicide risk

The Department of Veterans' Affairs is managing a backlog of more than 60,000 claims from past and present service members, a royal commission has heard.

Belfast Live

MOT test Northern Ireland: PSNI outline approach to drivers who cannot book a test

Many have been unable to get a test before their test expires

AAP

Chronic shortage of psychiatrists for vets

Poor pay and the challenging work mean many psychiatrists are reluctant to take on the demands of treating mentally ill veterans, an inquiry has been told.

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