Six UK Tax Changes Coming in 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms six major tax changes for 2026, impacting fuel duty, alcohol, vaping, dividends, inheritance, and luxury cars. Discover how your finances will be affected.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms six major tax changes for 2026, impacting fuel duty, alcohol, vaping, dividends, inheritance, and luxury cars. Discover how your finances will be affected.
Frozen tax thresholds have dragged 420,000 motorists into paying the luxury vehicle levy, a 42% rise in two years. Discover how family cars are being caught in the tax net.
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Expert reveals three crucial steps to save thousands before Labour's new salary sacrifice cap hits in April 2029. Act now to protect your pension and reduce taxable income.
Labour's Treasury scraps the £6 weekly tax relief for home-working expenses from April 2026, sparking criticism from HR and finance experts. Find out what it means for you.
HMRC is increasing the effective Personal Allowance to over £13,000 for eligible taxpayers. Discover how to claim tax relief on job expenses, maintenance payments, and charitable donations.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
HMRC has increased the IHT nil-rate band for business and farming assets to £2.5m per person from April 2026, offering relief to family-owned enterprises. Read the full details and expert reactions.
The government raises the IHT threshold for farmers to £2.5m, a policy U-turn experts warn inflates land prices and benefits wealthy investors over family farms. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major U-turn, raising the agricultural property relief threshold to £2.5m from April 2026. This change will protect family farms from hefty inheritance tax bills. Read the full details.
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Business owners are urged to start preparing now for a sale to beat a Capital Gains Tax increase in April 2026. Delays could cost tens of thousands. Expert advice inside.
HMRC has issued a warning to pensioners on PAYE, stating they 'can expect' official notices by March 2026 regarding pension tax relief claims. The tax authority confirmed lengthy processing times.
The Senedd has unanimously approved a £116m transitional relief scheme to phase in tax increases for 25,000 Welsh businesses after the 2026 revaluation. Learn how this support will work.
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.
UK drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will face a new pay-per-mile tax from April 2028. Find out the rates and how it could affect your motoring costs.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
A public petition urging the government to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000 has passed 30,000 signatures, piling pressure on Labour. Find out what happens next.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms frozen tax bands, dragging millions into higher rates. Discover how fiscal drag impacts your income and pension. Sign up for our money-saving newsletter.
HMRC is scrapping the £6 weekly working from home tax relief for 300,000 employees from April 2026. Experts warn of impacts on disabled workers and small business costs.
HMRC will launch a mandatory register for all tax advisers in May 2026. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and the £36m investment to modernise services.
HMRC can now track your online sales on platforms like Vinted and eBay. Exceeding thresholds could lead to fines or criminal investigation. Declare your side hustle now.
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UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new tax bands for property and dividend income, with a top rate of 47% to ensure fairer taxation on assets.