by Edward | Mar 18, 2026 | Blog
Whilst the calendar year of course runs from January to December, the tax year is different. It runs from 6th April to 5th April the following year. This is an important difference when it comes to governmental fiscal announcements. For example, departmental budgets...
by Edward | Mar 3, 2026 | Blog
On Tuesday 3rd March 2026, Chancellor Rachel Reeves spoke in Parliament to give the Spring Statement. This is an update on the UK’s economy, issued by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) and read in Parliament. Prior to the Spring Statement, it was widely...
by Edward | Feb 25, 2026 | Blog
It seems like no time has passed since the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, announced the Autumn Budget in November. Even still, the Spring Statement is just around the corner, on 3rd March 2026. Prior to the Statement, the Office for Budget Responsibility...
by Edward | Feb 18, 2026 | Blog
The disparity in average wages by gender is a much-discussed topic. The Trade Union Congress (TUC) predict that if progress remains at the current rate, the gap won’t be closed until 2056. Less discussed than this, but just as important, is the gender pensions...
by Edward | Feb 6, 2026 | Blog
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a tax that must be paid following the death of an individual. It is calculated based on the value of their estate, including property, savings and investments, above a tax-free threshold. IHT is usually charged at 40% of the estate’s value...