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Expert questions value of income tax changes

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Scotland’s new tax regime kicks in to effect tomorrow with one expert questioning whether

Scottish Budget debate

SNP accused of reversing pledges to lower tax

Derek Mackay

The SNP and Labour will lock horns over the draft Scottish budget

Warning for Finance Secretary

Raising top rate of tax may hit revenue, says economist

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Raising the top rate of income tax from 45p to 50p may lead to a loss of revenue for the Scottish government, according to its chief economist.

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Sturgeon ‘softening ground for income tax rise’

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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has dropped strong hints that the Scottish government will raise income tax in next month’s Budget.

Surprise result from snapshot poll

Business leaders show support for 1p income tax rise

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A snapshot poll of business leaders has revealed some support for an increase in the basic rate of income tax…

Treasury concedes to demands

Small firms relief as digital tax plan delayed

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Small businesses and landlords were given extra breathing space today when the Treasury announced a delay to the new digital system for keeping tax records…

General Election: Personal finance

Pensions and tax: what’s in it for voters?

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The big take-away from the party manifestos is how differently the parties are approaching the “grey vote”. Lindsey Rogerson reports.

Ministers too 'heavy-handed', says JLL

Swinney’s land tax ‘stifling property market’

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Further evidence has emerged that the Scottish Government’s replacement for stamp duty is holding back the …

Party rift over higher rate plan

McDonnell’s tax grab to open new border battle

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Labour’s plan to raise taxes on those earning more than £80,000 is likely to re-open issues over staff facing differential tax demands north and south of the border….

Call for new committee

Holyrood ‘needs greater scrutiny of tax powers’

Moira Kelly

Tax professionals are calling on the Scottish Parliament to set up a committee focused exclusively on scrutinising the country’s devolved tax powers…
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