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Autumn Budget 2024: Key points for businesses and contractors
The Autumn Budget 2024 introduces increased employer NICs, CGT rate hikes, and Stamp Duty surcharges, impacting small businesses, contractors, and property investors. With expanded Employment Allowance and a commitment to digital tax compliance, these changes aim to boost public funding while posing new financial considerations for UK businesses and investors.

Predictions for the October Budget 2024
The October 2024 Budget, Labour’s first, may include significant changes such as raising Capital Gains Tax, adjusting Business Asset Disposal Relief, increasing Inheritance Tax rates, and altering pension tax relief. These measures aim to address the budget deficit while avoiding increases in working taxes, reflecting Labour’s fiscal priorities.

Implications of VAT on private school fees
The upcoming VAT on private school fees, set to start in January 2025, will increase costs for families and could lead to shifts in school enrollment. This change is part of a broader effort to raise revenue and promote educational equality. The impact on private schools, state education, and financial aid remains a key point of discussion as the details of the legislation continue to unfold.

The King’s Speech 2024
The 2024 King’s Speech outlined the Labour government’s plans under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, focusing on economic stability, clean energy, public health, and border security. Key measures include VAT on private school fees, nationalisation of railways and energy, and new housing and immigration policies, introducing 40 new bills.

General election tax policies: What to expect
We have summarised the general election tax policies that parties have outlined in their campaigns so you can look out for potential changes.

The 2024 UK Budget: Key Points
The 2024 UK Budget was announced on Wednesday, 6th March by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. It outlines the government’s spending plans, UK tax policies, and economic goals for the coming year as well as introducing changes to existing legislation. In this blog, we will discuss the key points from the 2024 Budget.