The future of UK tax policy remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the political debate is widening. From business sales and succession planning to inheritance and wealth, our latest article explores why many business owners are reviewing their plans now rather than waiting for future tax reforms.

Following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, speculation has already begun around what a new Prime Minister and Chancellor could mean for UK tax policy.

From CGT to wealth taxation and reliefs, discussions are already taking place around where future reforms could emerge.

Following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, speculation has already begun around what a new Prime Minister and Chancellor could mean for UK tax policy.

From CGT to wealth taxation and reliefs, discussions are already taking place around where future reforms could emerge.

Whilst no changes have been announced, recent experience has shown how quickly tax policy can evolve.

For business owners and advisers, understanding the potential implications before changes are announced is often preferable to reacting afterwards.

Many business owners assume that moving abroad automatically removes their exposure to UK inheritance tax. However, under the UK's new residence-based inheritance tax regime, individuals may remain within the scope of UK IHT for years after leaving the country. We explore what the changes mean for business owners, entrepreneurial families and their advisers.

HMRC has spent £186million pursuing Loan Charge liabilities — but has recovered just £44million so far.
The issue continues to raise important questions around retrospective tax changes, fairness and how historic arrangements are treated years later.

April’s IHT reforms introduce a £2.5m cap on Business & Agricultural Property Relief, creating new exposure for many UK business owners and their advisers.

From April 2026, full IHT relief on business & agricultural assets rises to £2.5m per person, reshaping succession plans and exposure for many families and businesses.

Major tax reforms are here and they could reshape how SMEs plan their exit strategies, structure share sales, protect family wealth and manage trusts.