Autumn Statement – Stamp Duty Reforms and Tax
Reform of residential property stamp duty so that rates apply only to that part of the property price that falls within each band:
Autumn Statement – U-Turn on Trusts Taxation
The Government has confirmed that it has scrapped plans to introduce the Inheritance Tax (IHT) settlement Nil Rate Band and replace it with new rules to be announced in next week’s Finance Bill.
Autumn Statement – ISAs Inherited Tax-Free
Spouses and civil partners will be able to inherit their deceased partner’s ISAs and retain the tax advantages.
Autumn Statement – Pension Freedoms Confirmed
The Chancellor confirmed the new pension death benefit rules to be introduced in April 2015:
Autumn Statement – UK Economy
According to the Chancellor, George Osborne, the UK is the fastest growing economy in the G7.