More than two decades after its original launch, the government has announced the return of the Pensions Commission. Back in 2002, the Labour government led by Tony Blair appointed Lord Turner to head a commission tasked with reviewing the future … Continue reading →

August’s 0.25% interest rate cut wasn’t a straightforward decision, and it could shape how future rate changes unfold Source: Bank of England Since gaining independence in 1997, the Bank of England has set interest rates through its Monetary Policy Committee … Continue reading →

The government has now responded to the many submissions made in reaction to last October’s consultation on extending inheritance tax (IHT) to pension death benefits. In the Autumn 2024 Budget, the Chancellor announced two major IHT reforms. The first, set … Continue reading →

Just before Parliament broke for its summer recess, the government quietly announced a fresh review of the State Pension Age (SPA),a move that could have long-term implications for family-run businesses. Pension policy has long been a politically sensitive issue. The … Continue reading →