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As is often the case, the full implications of last week's Budget only become clearer as the details are explored. One example is how the new CGT Founders’ Relief, due to take effect from April 2027, will be implemented.
SME Tax Update Autumn Budget Special 29 October 2026
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The wait is finally over; Autumn Budget 2026 has been presented by Chancellor John Healey. As ever, the speech is only the start, with much of the Budget’s substance in the supporting documents.
Autumn Budget 2026: At a glance
The Chancellor, John Healey, presented his Autumn Budget on 28 October 2026. This is our 'At a glance' summary of the key tax announcements and measures.
SME Tax Update 22 October 2026
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With so much speculation about what might happen in next week’s Budget, HMRC’s October Agent Update contains a reminder of one significant change that is already confirmed. From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and pension death benefits will be brought within the value of a deceased person’s estate for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes.
SME Tax Update 15 October 2026
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With less than a fortnight before the Chancellor presents his first Budget, the Institute for Fiscal Studies’ Green Budget 2026 report highlights some of the difficulties he faces. Rising inflation, higher borrowing costs and debt at historic highs leave him little room to manoeuvre.
SME Tax Update 8 October 2026
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Was a Heathrow hotel stay between long-haul flights a taxable benefit for British Airways cabin crew, given that Heathrow was their home base? In HMRC v British Airways Plc (BA), around £5.8m of tax and National Insurance Contributions (NICs) turned on that question.
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