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Spring Forecast 2026
March 4, 2026

Spring Forecast 2026 – No hidden surprises


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In her Spring forecast the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves made no additional fiscal announcements, but the projections from the Office for Budget Responsibility highlighted the downward trajectory for inflation and incremental growth. Whether these numbers will weather the latest international storm remains to be seen.

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Don’t fall into the communication gap on Making Tax Digital
March 2, 2026

Don’t fall into the communication gap on Making Tax Digital


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Many potentially affected taxpayers have not yet engaged with a major change in tax reporting.

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Tax charges to rise on loans to directors
February 23, 2026

Tax charges to rise on loans to directors


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The tax charge when a director, who is also a participator, has an outstanding loan with a close company is going up by two percentage points.

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Property income tax rates going up
February 16, 2026

Property income tax rates going up


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Landlords are facing an across-the-board two percentage point increase for property income tax rates from 6 April 2027.

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Increased cost for copies of grant of probate
February 9, 2026

Increased cost for copies of grant of probate


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While the cost of obtaining probate in England and Wales remains the same, the cost for each official copy of the grant has increased significantly.

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Inheritance tax business relief – where are we now?
February 2, 2026

Inheritance tax business relief – where are we now?


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The inheritance tax (IHT) agricultural relief U-turns have been well publicised, but the changes apply equally to business relief.

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And now for the next new tax year
January 26, 2026

And now for the next new tax year


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With the festivities behind us, it is time to turn our thoughts to 5 April and the new tax year.

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Renters Rights Act to go ahead with reforms
January 22, 2026

Renters Rights Act to go ahead with reforms


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The Renters Rights Act recently received Royal Assent. Detailed guidance is yet to be published, the first phase of reforms will be introduced soon.

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What are the risks for director’s loans?
January 20, 2026

What are the risks for director’s loans?


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Used wisely, a company loan can be an attractive option for directors who need to access company funds, especially if the need is urgent.

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Untangling red tape on company reporting
January 12, 2026

Untangling red tape on company reporting


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Some Government plans on company reporting are set to tighten but latest announcements suggest a move in the opposite direction.

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