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Unused pension funds and IHT from April 2027

Unused pension funds and IHT from April

From 6 April 2027, new measures first announced in the Autumn Budget 2024 will come into force. These changes will bring most unused pension funds and death benefits into the scope of Inheritance Tax

What if your pension contributions are excessive?

What if your pension contributions are excessive?

You can claim tax relief on pension contributions up to 100% of earnings, but exceeding the annual allowance may trigger charges. Tax relief is paid on pension contributions at the highest rate of

MTD for IT taxpayer exemption

MTD for IT taxpayer exemption

From April 2026, the self-employed and landlords must use MTD for IT, but exemptions may apply in limited cases.

If you are self-employed or a landlord with income over £50,000, you will need to

Corporation tax roadmap

Corporation tax roadmap

With a £50bn shortfall looming, the Chancellor may need to revisit last year’s Corporation Tax roadmap commitments.

As this year’s Autumn Budget approaches, it is an interesting time to revisit the

What are the current Income Tax bands and allowances?

What are the current Income Tax bands and allowances?

Income Tax applies to earnings, pensions, savings, dividends and more, with different bands across the UK nations.

Individuals can be liable to Income Tax at any age. There are special rules to stop

How to gain a competitive advantage

How to gain a competitive advantage

In every market, businesses face competition. Some competitors may be larger, others may have deeper pockets, but gaining a competitive advantage is not always about size or spending power. It is

Why increasing an overdraft to fund losses is a dangerous game

Why increasing an overdraft to fund losses is a dangerous game

Many business owners see their bank overdraft as a flexible safety net. When cash runs short, the temptation is to ask the bank for a higher limit to keep things moving. While this can provide

Tax Diary September/October 2025

Tax Diary September/October

1 September 2025 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 November 2024.

19 September 2025 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 September 2025. (If you pay your tax

Applying for Home Responsibilities Protection

Applying for Home Responsibilities Protection

Did you know a missing Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP) record could reduce your State Pension, but you may still have time to put it right.

Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP) was a scheme

Using the 159 helpline

Using the helpline

If a call from your bank feels suspicious, just hang up and dial 159 to be connected safely to your bank’s fraud team.

The 159 helpline was launched in September 2021. The helpline is designed to

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