Spring Statement March 2025

In this summary guide...

Introduction

Background and political context of the 2025 Spring Statement.

Economic Update

Overview of economic performance, growth projections, inflation, interest rates, and fiscal headroom.

Announcements

  • Government spending

  • Welfare Measures

    • Reforms to Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

    • Changes to Work Capability Assessment

    • Universal Credit updates

    • Measures to reduce welfare fraud and error

  • Tax Administration Measures

    • Enhancements in HMRC compliance and debt recovery

    • Changes to late payment penalties

    • Expansion of Making Tax Digital (MTD)

    • High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) PAYE option

    • Consultations - summary of current and upcoming HMRC consultations.

Other Updates

  • Reform considerations for ISAs

    1. Increases to Home Office fees

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