BrewDog founder ‘considers delaying’ wedding to Georgia Toffolo for tax relief – sparking fierce Linkedin debate

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. But in an apparent stumbling block which he claims threatens to put the luxury wedding on ice, Watt wrote: “Should I delay marrying Georgia Toffolo? “If I marry Georgia within 3 years of investing, I become a ‘connected person’ under HMRC rules, and I lose the EIS tax relief.” open image in gallery Watt and Toffolo announced their engagement just weeks ago He asked his followers to vote saying “A) Love always wins - take the tax relief hit” or “B) True love can wait for 3 years - secure the relief”, adding, “Drop your votes in the comments - and if anyone knows about a loophole I am all ears”. I would take three happy years of marriage over tax relief any day.” open image in gallery Couple are reported to have met at a party in 2023 But a supporter reasoned, “Why not wait. One said: “Has there ever been a more unlikeable guy in the history of beer and/or the internet?” Another wrote: “Looking to postpone your wedding to enhance your tax break options is definitely a punk thing…” A third wrote: “How punk.” The BrewDog founder stepped down as CEO this year to take on the new role of “captain and co-founder” following a string of controversies.