Changes
Keep track of changes that affect everyday life across the UK. The date shown is when the change takes effect, not when the article was published. Where only the month is confirmed, the change is shown in that month with the date marked TBC.
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October 2026
Electricity VAT Falls to 0% in Great Britain From 1 October 2026
Who it affects: Households in England, Scotland and Wales with qualifying domestic electricity supplies.
1 days to go
Tobacco Duty Rises From 1 October 2026: Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Face Higher Duty
Who it affects: Smokers and people who buy cigarettes, rolling tobacco or other tobacco products.
1 days to go
April 2027
Air Departure Tax Scotland 2027: What Changes From 1 April
Who it affects: Passengers travelling on chargeable flights departing from Scottish airports, plus airlines and other aircraft operators responsible for the tax.
183 days to go
Cash ISA Limit 2027: £12,000 From April
Who it affects: People under 65 who use or plan to use Cash ISAs, plus people aged 65 and over who remain eligible for the £20,000 Cash ISA limit.
188 days to go
April 2030
State Pension Triple Lock: What Changes From 2030?
Who it affects: People who receive the State Pension now or expect to receive it in future, and people planning for retirement.
Date to be confirmed
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