Autumn Budget 2026
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Wednesday 28 October 2026
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What could the Autumn Budget mean for you?
With the Autumn Budget taking place on Wednesday 28 October, businesses and individuals will be looking closely at what the Chancellor’s announcements could mean for taxation, investment and longer-term financial planning.
At RMT, we combine local knowledge of the North East with specialist expertise from across Sumer Group to help you understand the potential implications and plan your next steps.
We’ll be sharing practical insights and expert commentary before and after Budget Day.
Got questions before then?
What should you be watching?
From business taxation to long-term succession planning, the Autumn Budget could have different implications depending on your circumstances. Here are some of the key areas to keep in mind.
Business tax and investment
Potential changes to tax rules, reliefs and allowances could influence business profitability, cash flow and future investment decisions.
- Corporation Tax and reliefs
- Investment allowances
- Employment costs
Succession and exit planning
Understanding your tax position is particularly important when considering the future ownership, transfer or sale of your business.
- Capital Gains Tax
- Business Asset Disposal Relief
- Inheritance Tax
Agriculture and family businesses
Taxation and succession planning remain important considerations for farmers, landowners and family-owned enterprises.
- Agricultural property relief
- Business property relief
- Long-term succession planning
Healthcare and partnerships
For GP practices and healthcare providers, changes to taxation and employment costs could have implications for financial planning.
- Partnership taxation
- Staffing and employment costs
- Practice financial planning
RMT's perspective: certainty for business owners
As businesses across the North East prepare for the Autumn Budget, certainty over taxation remains a priority for those making decisions about investment, succession and long-term growth.
Anthony Andreasen, Tax Partner at RMT, has highlighted the importance of a stable tax environment.
“What we’re most hoping for from the Chancellor is certainty, so that businesses have firm foundations on which they can make their decisions…”
His pre-Budget commentary also explores the potential implications of changes to Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax, particularly for owner-managed businesses considering succession or an eventual business exit.
What happens after Budget Day?
Following the Autumn Budget on Wednesday 28 October, our Tax and advisory teams will review the Chancellor’s announcements and supporting details to understand what the changes could mean for businesses and individuals.
We’ll update this page with practical insights, including which measures have changed, who could be affected and what steps may be worth considering.
Check back for our latest analysis and updates.
The Autumn Budget could have different implications depending on your personal circumstances, business structure and future plans.
Whether you’re reviewing your tax position, considering an investment or planning for the future of your business, our team can help you understand what the Budget could mean for you.
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