This week Roger Holman and Neil Insull discuss the Chancellor's Spending Review and pose the critical question on everyone's mind: "Where is the money coming from?" As opposition parties warn of a "cruel summer" filled with speculation. Roger and Neil also examine the logic and fairness of recovering Winter Fuel payments from pensioners through the tax system. Will HMRC really pursue thousands of small debts?

They also look at the case of former darts world champion Rob Cross, who has been disqualified from serving as a company director after failing to pay over £450,000 in taxes. With no further penalties imposed, is this the level of enforcement the public expects?

This week Roger Holman and Neil Insull discuss the Chancellor's Spending Review and pose the critical question on everyone's mind: "Where is the money coming from?" As opposition parties warn of a "cruel summer" filled with speculation. Roger and Neil also examine the logic and fairness of recovering Winter Fuel payments from pensioners through the tax system. Will HMRC really pursue thousands of small debts?
They also look at the case of former darts world champion Rob Cross, who has been disqualified from serving as a company director after failing to pay over &pound;450,000 in taxes. With no further penalties imposed, is this the level of enforcement the public expects?

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

BRave Business and The Tax Factor

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in
the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

Brought to you by accounting, tax, audit and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg BRave Business is aimed at entrepreneurial businesses, we focus on providing market updates, practical guidance, timely insights, and professional opinions from industry experts, helping you make informed decisions for your business. The Tax Factor is a weekly podcast with our expert team looking at the news and updates in the world of tax and providing analysis of what it might mean for you.

 The Tax Factor – Episode 87 - Cruel Summer?

This special summer edition of The Tax Factor sees CEO Nimesh Shah joined by Heather Self to analyse one of the most discussed and often misunderstood issues in UK tax policy: the tax gap. Together, they explore what the tax gap actually measures, why it matters, and what the latest HMRC figures reveal about the health of the UK tax system.

The discussion challenges some common assumptions, including the belief that large multinational businesses are the primary drivers of lost tax revenue. Instead, Nimesh and Heather examine where the tax gap really sits, the role of small businesses, and whether initiatives such as Making Tax Digital, increased compliance activity and whistleblowing measures can help improve tax collection over the long term.

They also look at the political backdrop, with a potential change of Chancellor on the horizon and growing pressure on the public finances. Could tackling the tax gap provide a solution, or is the reality far more complicated?

This special summer edition of The Tax Factor sees CEO Nimesh Shah joined by Heather Self to analyse one of the most discussed and often misunderstood issues in UK tax policy: the tax gap. Together, they explore what the tax gap actually measures, why it matters, and what the latest HMRC figures reveal about the health of the UK tax system.
The discussion challenges some common assumptions, including the belief that large multinational businesses are the primary drivers of lost tax revenue. Instead, Nimesh and Heather examine where the tax gap really sits, the role of small businesses, and whether initiatives such as Making Tax Digital, increased compliance activity and whistleblowing measures can help improve tax collection over the long term.
They also look at the political backdrop, with a potential change of Chancellor on the horizon and growing pressure on the public finances. Could tackling the tax gap provide a solution, or is the reality far more complicated?

The Tax Factor - The Tax Gap Special

In the final episode of Season 3, CEO Nimesh Shah and Heather Powell take a look at some of the tax stories making headlines, including Andy Burnham's proposals for a land value tax and inheritance tax reform, and the latest developments surrounding Rachel Reeves' ISA plans.

They discuss the practical implications that these policies could have for property owners, investors and taxpayers, while also examining whether headline-grabbing tax proposals can work in practice.

To round off the season, Nimesh and Heather swap policy discussions for a light-hearted Tax Factor challenge, Nimesh tests Heather on how many UK taxes she can name in 60 seconds, before sharing some of the most surprising tax myths and misconceptions they've encountered throughout their careers.

In the final episode of Season 3, CEO Nimesh Shah and Heather Powell take a look at some of the tax stories making headlines, including Andy Burnham's proposals for a land value tax and inheritance tax reform, and the latest developments surrounding Rachel Reeves' ISA plans.
They discuss the practical implications that these policies could have for property owners, investors and taxpayers, while also examining whether headline-grabbing tax proposals can work in practice.
To round off the season, Nimesh and Heather swap policy discussions for a light-hearted Tax Factor challenge, Nimesh tests Heather on how many UK taxes she can name in 60 seconds, before sharing some of the most surprising tax myths and misconceptions they've encountered throughout their careers.

The Tax Factor – Episode 125 - Tax Bombshells, ISA Loopholes & Tax Myths

In this week’s episode of The Tax Factor, Neil Insull and Tom Goddard explore some of the major tax and political developments currently shaping the UK landscape. From Labour leadership contenders and proposed wealth taxes to major changes affecting businesses and pensions, the discussion highlights how quickly the tax environment continues to evolve.

The episode examines Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting’s contrasting economic policies, including proposals around income tax, capital gains tax and land value taxation, before turning to new corporation tax changes affecting UK companies operating overseas through branches.

Neil and Tom also discuss the significant inheritance tax changes coming to pensions from April 2027, explaining why many individuals may now need to rethink long-term estate and retirement planning strategies as pensions move further into the inheritance tax spotlight.

In this week&rsquo;s episode of The Tax Factor, Neil Insull and Tom Goddard explore some of the major tax and political developments currently shaping the UK landscape. From Labour leadership contenders and proposed wealth taxes to major changes affecting businesses and pensions, the discussion highlights how quickly the tax environment continues to evolve.
The episode examines Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting&rsquo;s contrasting economic policies, including proposals around income tax, capital gains tax and land value taxation, before turning to new corporation tax changes affecting UK companies operating overseas through branches.
Neil and Tom also discuss the significant inheritance tax changes coming to pensions from April 2027, explaining why many individuals may now need to rethink long-term estate and retirement planning strategies as pensions move further into the inheritance tax spotlight.

The Tax Factor – Episode 87 - Cruel Summer?

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