'Smoke and mirrors' — advisers react to new prime minister Sunak

PM expected to create ‘media wins’ with tax breaks in Autumn Budget

Julia Bahr
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Rishi Sunak, who became the UK’s third prime minister in two months after officially taking over from Liz Truss on Tuesday (25 October), is facing tough decisions over a range of tax and pensions issues.

Many questions remain unanswered after months of discussion through the leadership contest and the fallout from last month's Mini Budget. Talking to Professional Adviser, advisers have shared their reactions about the new prime minister and the potential impact this change at Downing Street could have on their businesses and clients. They addressed concerns about possible plans for tax and green investments, the triple lock and economic issues. Rowley Turton Chartered financial planner Scott Gallacher said: "I think it's fair to say after the Mini Budget debacle, the appointment of Su...

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