UK dividends: A bad 2020, but a better 2021?
Resumption of dividend payments boost shareholder confidence after pandemic-related pause.
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Taxing wealth – a viable option?
Despite denials, could the Chancellor be about to impose a wealth tax with limited reliefs for those with assets over 500K?
New rules on pension drawdown and investment
Pension providers must offer more protections for pension drawdown through clear investment pathways. Always seek advice before making pension investment changes.
The triple lock marches on…
The triple lock means state pension payments rise 2.5% for most amid strengthening calls to remove this guaranteed increase.
The tax year end approaches as filing deadline eased
An early 3 March Budget means the time is now to consider your tax position.
The 2020 investment year – a ride to remember
Tech giants propping up the US markets demonstrate that international diversification is important for UK-based investors.
Covid-19 Measures: January 2021 Update
As the third Covid-19 lockdown took effect on 5 January 2021, the Chancellor announced a further £4.6 billion in grants to the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors. This new round of support follows extensions to the job retention and loan schemes revealed on 17 December 2020.
Not the Autumn Budget or the Autumn Statement
The Chancellor’s November ‘Financial Statement’ revealed more spending and more government borrowing, but no mention of tax rises.
When I’m 66 – SPA’s latest milestone
The latest phasing of State Pension Age (SPA) increase is now finished.
