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The Isle of Man Foundations Act has received royal assent, allowing foundations to be set up as an alternative to trusts for holding assets. The new legislation was promoted by STEP's Isle of Man branch.

More detail:Foundations Act – Royal Assent Announced

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Published on our website on November 18, 2011