Grahame Jackson on Tax & Finance

In this episode of ABACAST, we welcome Grahame Jackson, Partner and Head of Tax at Hassans, for an insightful discussion on the evolution of Gibraltar’s tax and financial services landscape. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Grahame reflects on his journey from Liverpool to becoming one of Gibraltar’s leading tax professionals and shares his perspective on the major regulatory, economic, and professional changes that have shaped the jurisdiction.

The conversation explores the increasing complexity of international taxation, the transition from Gibraltar’s tax-exempt company era to today’s more sophisticated regulatory environment, and the growing importance of expertise, transparency, and professional excellence in maintaining Gibraltar’s competitiveness. Grahame also discusses global developments such as OECD initiatives, tax harmonisation, economic substance requirements, and the challenges and opportunities facing international finance centres.

Looking ahead, we examine Gibraltar’s future, including the potential impact of the UK-EU treaty, the evolution of cross-border business, and the importance of preserving Gibraltar’s unique identity while remaining competitive in a rapidly changing global market. A thoughtful and engaging discussion on tax, business, regulation, and the future of Gibraltar as an international financial centre.