Autumn Budget 2026 – The Complete Summary
Chancellor John Healey stated in his first Budget that it was his intention to give Britain some breathing space on the cost of living and the cost of business, while maintaining financial discipline and complying with his fiscal rules. In this document we have summarised the main tax proposals and their impact, and also included […]
Autumn Budget 2026 – The Key Takeaways
Overview This list includes coming changes that have already been announced, as well as those that the Chancellor introduced today Measures which will not take effect until future dates are listed separately below Implemented immediately VAT zero rate on domestic energy bills extended to July 2027 From January 2027 Household energy payment of […]
Autumn Budget 2026: HB&O Live Updates and Expert Commentary
Follow our live updates as the Chancellor delivers the Autumn Budget 2026. HB&O’s specialists will share their initial reactions to the key announcements and outline the potential implications for businesses and individuals. Helen Coombes Head of Tax Jessica Mason Head of VAT Vanessa Glenn Senior Tax Manager Mark Johnson Corporate Tax Manager Chris Sudbury Tax […]
Autumn Budget 2026: Our pre-budget thoughts
Chancellor John Healey delivers his first Budget on Wednesday 28 October, and there has been no shortage of rumour about what it will contain, what has been ruled out, what is being talked about and what it could mean for individuals, families and business owners. The good news for most people is that the main […]
Spring Statement 2026 – The Key Takeaways
Overview Many possible changes were the subject of speculation leading up to the Budget: this list includes things that have been ruled out, as well as changes that the Chancellor announced These key points include measures that were announced previously but are about to come into force Measures which will not take effect until future […]
Spring Statement 2026 – The Complete Summary
The purpose of the Spring Statement was to present the economic and fiscal forecast prepared by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). Their report estimates economic growth, inflation, unemployment rates and other factors for the next five years, and discusses the effect on the government’s finances. The economists recognise that theirs is not a precise […]
Budget announcement: our first thoughts
The 2025 UK Budget, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 26 November, combined fiscal consolidation with targeted support for households and business. For our clients, the Budget brings urgent focus to pension strategies, property taxation, dividend/savings planning, and cash flow impact for both individuals and businesses. Key announcements Freeze in personal tax thresholds will […]
Autumn Budget 2025 – The Complete Summary
The 2025 Autumn Budget, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 26 November, sets out significant changes that will impact both individuals and businesses. From extending tax threshold freezes to capping employee pension contributions caps as well as taxing savings and investments, the measures announced will make staying compliant more complex and bring more people within the scope of tax. In this document […]
Autumn Budget 2025 – The Key Takeaways
Overview Many possible changes were the subject of speculation leading up to the Budget: this list includes things that have been ruled out, as well as changes that the Chancellor announced These key points include measures that were announced previously but are about to come into force Measures which will not take effect until future […]
Autumn Budget 2025: HB&O Live Updates and Expert Commentary
Follow our live updates as the Chancellor delivers the Autumn Budget 2025. HB&O’s specialists will share their initial reactions to the key announcements and outline the potential implications for businesses and individuals. Helen Coombes Head of Tax Neil Allcroft Tax Director Jessica Mason Head of VAT Vanessa Glenn Senior Tax Manager Mark Johnson Corporate Tax […]
Autumn Budget 2025: What could be on the horizon?
With the Autumn Budget set for 26 November, attention is turning to how Chancellor Rachel Reeves will balance the need for fiscal discipline with the government’s growth ambitions. The UK faces a widening fiscal gap, and expectations are building that this Budget could mark a turning point in tax policy. While the final measures remain […]
Spring Statement 2025
In her first Budget in October 2024, Rachel Reeves promised that there would only be one ‘fiscal event’ each year – she would not make significant tax changes more frequently. As she repeatedly said during her Spring Statement, the world changes rapidly: economic and political events can disrupt the forecasts that measure her compliance with […]