The start of the new tax year warrants as much planning as the end of the old tax year. While the end of the tax year on 5 April is a major focus of tax planning, it doesn’t end there. … Continue reading →

How to fund social care has once more moved into the political spotlight. It is the turn of the year. The health secretary of the relatively new Labour government announces a commission to review the financing for long-term care of … Continue reading →

The Chancellor has announced the timing of her next formal report to Parliament. Cast your mind back six Chancellors ago to Philip Hammond (aka Spreadsheet Phil). In autumn 2016, Hammond announced a change to the timings of Budget announcements, with … Continue reading →

One of the nation’s largest investment managers has examined investors’ attitudes in the UK relative to other major developed G7 nations with interesting results. Personal wealth distribution Housing Pension Cash Bonds Shares and funds Life assurance Other UK 50% 19% … Continue reading →

The end of January was not only the deadline for personal tax returns but also marked a new tax era for online sellers. In the first month of 2025, online trading platforms such as eBay, Airbnb and Vinted had to … Continue reading →