Before the speculation begins, let's look at what we already know. As attention turns to the forthcoming Budget, there will inevitably be rumours about further tax rises, spending decisions and possible changes to allowances. But much of what will affect households, investors and business owners over the next few years has already been announced, with several measures now in legislation. Here is what we know so far: 🔹 April 2026 – Dividend Tax: Rates increased by 2 percentage points for...

John Healey's first Budget, the first of Andy Burnham's government, is best read as a fiscal-tightening event with a high chance of targeted changes rather than a simple rise in headline rates. Three points frame everything else. The room to manoeuvre has shrunk. Headroom against the fiscal rules was above £24bn in March. Since then gilt yields, higher borrowing and new commitments have eaten into it: ITEM Club puts it at just over £10bn, and the Resolution Foundation has suggested it could...

If you sell or otherwise dispose of UK property, you may have to report the disposal to HMRC and pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) within 60 days of completion. The rules differ depending on whether you are UK resident or non-UK resident. Missing the deadline can result in penalties and interest, so it is important to establish whether a return is required as soon as a property sale completes. Key facts UK residents generally have to report a disposal of UK residential property within 60 days where...