Pensions and inheritance tax: what changes from April 2027
From 6 April 2027, most pensions left unused when someone dies will count as part of their estate for inheritance tax. Deaths before that date are not affected. Until now,…
UK Inheritance Tax Liabilities Exceed £7 Billion for the First Time
The latest HMRC Inheritance Tax Statistics, highlighted in an article published by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), show that UK inheritance tax (IHT) liabilities exceeded £7 billion…
UK Treasury Forecast: The IHT “Perfect Storm”
The UK Treasury's Spring 2026 forecast presents a stark reality: Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts are on track to nearly double, reaching £15 billion by 2030/31. As thresholds remain frozen, "fiscal…