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05 May 2026

Iran war accelerates ‘Regrexit’ as wealthy UK expats weigh a return – Frederick Bjørn for the FT

Tax and Trusts expert Frederick Bjørn has been quoted in the Financial Times, offering his view on how the Iran conflict is accelerating “Regrexit” among high‑net‑worth individuals despite unfavourable UK tax consequences.

Click here to read the full article: Iran war accelerates ‘Regrexit’ as wealthy UK expats weigh a return

Frederick comments have been reproduced below with kind permission.


Frederick comments:

One couple who had left because of inheritance tax changes had returned because of the war, “despite the adverse UK tax implications this will bring”.

“They have concluded that the uncertainty in the Middle East has made life there untenable,” he added.

For further information, please contact Frederick Bjørn, Tax and Trusts Partner or alternatively, telephone 020 7465 4300.

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