You can get tax relief on gifts to UK charities if you give under Gift Aid or through a Payroll Giving scheme or by making a gift of shares or land. We outline the reliefs available.

Inheritance tax - a summary

Ways to minimise your estate's liability to inheritance tax.

Making a will and other related matters

One of the most important elements of estate planning.

Planning for a year's prosperity

How forward planning can save you tax.

Personal tax - self assessment

A guide to the personal tax return.

Personal tax - when is income tax and capital gains tax payable?

Advice on when key tax payments under Self Assessment are payable.

Repayment of student loans

How student loan repayments are administered and collected.

Stamp Duty Land Tax

A guide to the charges on transfers of land, shares and interests in partnerships.

Statutory Residence Test

Determining the UK residence status of individuals.

Supporting your children

Tax consequences of assisting your children financially.

06 Mar 2026

Growth in living standards threatened by war in Middle East

The UK is set for a decent increase in living standards this year but energy price shocks caused by war in the Middle East threaten that growth, according to the Resolution Foundation.

05 Mar 2026

Self-employed finances in 'fragile' state, warns IPSE

Weak business confidence and a sluggish economy have left more than 1.5 million self-employed people in a 'fragile' financial position in 2026, according to the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE).

04 Mar 2026

Chancellor says plan is right despite uncertain backdrop to Spring Forecast Statement

Chancellor Rachel Reeves insisted she has the 'right economic plan' for the UK in her Spring Forecast Statement announcement.

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