Student loans and basis period reform 

Student loans and basis period reform 

New guidance from HMRC confirms that profits used to assess student loan repayments and entitlement to student finance will include transitional profits from basis period reform. 

Subpostmasters’ compensation

Subpostmasters’ compensation

There are currently three forms of compensation being awarded to subpostmasters following the Horizon scandal and each will have different tax implications. 

Mandatory payrolling of benefits 

Mandatory payrolling of benefits 

The reporting and paying of income tax and Class 1A national insurance contributions on benefits in kind is to be made mandatory via payroll software from April 2026. 

Two new products for UK savers

Two new products for UK savers

Two new savings products have been announced, aimed at supporting growth of UK companies and encouraging a culture of saving.