HM Treasury

Due to weakness in the economy and labour market shortages

Minister was grilled on Edinburgh Reforms and crypto industry

Commentators in agreement the change is ‘good news’ for advisers

‘Crucial that consumers have access to targeted and effective support’

Reforms cut risk margin and overhaul certain eligibility rules

Gap uncovered in the number of affluent women taking advice

IR35 rules, alcohol duty rates freeze and VAT-free shopping cut

Move comes a fortnight earlier than planned

‘Thresholds for tapered AA rose to over £200,000’

March 2023