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12/12/2025

Our Tax Team – Rachel, Louise, Lee (L-R)

Welcome to Davies Tracey’s Tax Tips Newsletter, designed to keep you one step ahead of the taxman. We are committed to ensuring none of our clients pay a penny more in tax than is necessary and as such, this month’s news and tips include:

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Last week, Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented her second Budget to Parliament. After the tax-raising budget of 2024, it had been hoped by the government that widely applicable tax increases would not be required again in 2025. However, with economic pressures continuing to apply, tax increases have been announced and these will affect the vast majority of households. For the Budget headlines, and what it means for you as a working person, business owner or property owner, please see our summary document by clicking here. 

If you have any questions on any topics covered in this newsletter, please give us a call for answers. We’re here to help – on 01642 606003.

Top earners see an increase in HMRC investigations
HMRC is intensifying its crackdown on wealthy taxpayers, backed by major government funding, with investigations rising sharply. HMRC's wealthy team launched 13,055 investigations into high earners in the last tax year, a 60% increase compared to 8,110 th Read More...
 
Treasury dealt blow as thousands of EV drivers use tax loophole
Electric vehicle drivers exploited a loophole to secure another year of tax-free motoring, costing the Treasury millions. Read More...
 
Many risk paying tax twice due to multiple HMRC letter demands
HMRC has sent multiple tax demand letters to some taxpayers this year. Read More...
 
Snail farms discovered in London offices in tax avoidance scheme
Westminster City Council officers found crates of snails in empty central London offices whilst investigating property owners allegedly avoiding tax. Read More...
 
December Questions and Answers
Q: If I sell my rental property to my tenants at a discount, will Capital Gains Tax (CGT) be calculated on that price or the market value? Read More...
 
December Key Dates
1st: Corporation Tax payments are due for companies with a year-end of 28th February Read More...
 
Autumn Budget 2025
The Autumn Budget (November 26, 2025) speech was delivered against a backdrop of economic stagnation, Labour not wishing to break its self-imposed fiscal rules and uncertainty surrounding the longevity of both the Chancellor and Prime Minister‘s posit Read More...
 

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