UK Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt has delivered his Autumn Statement and stated UK “is now in recession”. The Treasury’s intention is to bring stability, protect growth in the economy and to continue to support public services.
Key points from the Autumn Statement 2022
Here is a round up of the key points from the Autumn Statement 2022.
Earning thresholds
From 6 April 2023, the earnings threshold for the 45p additional rate payers reduces from £150,000 to £125,140 – the additional rate itself remains the same – no rise in income taxes.
All remaining Income Tax thresholds and allowances will remain static for an additional two years until 2028.
The Dividend Allowance
Dividend allowance is reducing from £2,000 to £1,000 in 23/24 and to £500 in 24/25.
Capital Gains Tax Allowance Reduction
CGT Tax free allowances to reduce from the current £12,400 to £6,000 in the 2023/24 tax year and down to £3,000 in the 2024/25 tax year.
National Insurance (NI)
The Autumn Statement confirmed that NI thresholds will be maintained at the current level for 2 years more than previously planned and will remain in place until April 2028.
National Living Wage set to increase
The National Living Wage (NLW) will increase from £9.50 to £10.42 in April 2023.
Downloadable Autumn Statement 2022 in more detail
Take a look at our round up of the Autumn Statements here or download to your device below.
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