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Will taxes rise further in the 2025 Autumn Budget?
The chancellor reiterated her commitment to the fiscal rules at the Labour party conference on 29 September, fuelling further speculation about tax hikes at the Autumn Budget.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Wealthy households braced for Autumn Budget tax hikes - here is how high earners are preparing
Economic confidence among high-net worth individuals has dropped since last year amid tax hikes and there could be more pain to come.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Is Britain heading for a big debt crisis?
Opinion Things are not yet as bad as some reports have claimed. But they sure aren’t rosy either, says Julian Jessop
By Julian Jessop Published
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Inheritance tax receipts jump 5%, as loved ones pay £190m more
Inheritance tax receipts have surged again, with HMRC raking in £3.7 billion between April and August – £190 million more than the same period a year ago
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Simple assessment explained as millions brace for unexpected tax bills
Increasing numbers of people could get letters from HMRC saying they owe more tax due to frozen thresholds, under a system known as simple assessment. Here is what it means for you.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Can the House of Lords change the government’s mind on controversial inheritance tax reforms?
The House of Lords has launched an inquiry into inheritance tax changes on pensions and agricultural property relief - can the government’s plans be stopped?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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The key October self-assessment tax return deadlines to remember so you can avoid a shock bill
There are two important dates for self-assessment taxpayers to remember in October
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Could your family be at risk of an unexpected tax bill? How to keep your loved ones in the loop
Many families are out of the loop when it comes to planning the financial aspects of both retirement and inheritance
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Could the Enterprise Investment Scheme cut your tax bill?
The Enterprise Investment Scheme is tax-efficient and potentially lucrative. Taking a chance on the scheme could trim your family’s IHT bill, says David Prosser
By David Prosser Published