ii (interactive investor) · 28 Oct 2026 Budget and news
Autumn Budget 2026: what it means for your money
What it is: A clear rundown of the personal finance changes from the 28 October Budget: tax thresholds, ISAs, pensions and savings.
Why read it this week: The best single roundup of last week's Budget. Ten minutes and you'll know what affects you.
Read it on ii (interactive investor) →MoneySavingExpert · Oct 2026 Budget and news
Budget: what changed for Lifetime ISAs
What it is: MSE's explainer on the Lifetime ISA changes and the new First-Time Buyer ISA.
Why read it this week: If you're saving for a first home, this clears up the confusing headlines.
Read it on MoneySavingExpert →Citizens Advice · Oct 2026 Budget and news
What the Autumn Budget means for you
What it is: The household side of the Budget: energy bills, help with costs and benefits.
Why read it this week: Check whether you'll get the £100 energy payment in January.
Read it on Citizens Advice →GOV.UK Self-employment
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax
What it is: HMRC's hub for the new quarterly reporting rules.
Why read it this week: Over £30,000 of self-employed or property income? This applies to you from April 2027, and HMRC letters are starting to go out.
Read it on GOV.UK →GOV.UK Self-employment
Self Assessment tax return deadlines
What it is: The official dates for registering, filing and paying.
Why read it this week: Twelve weeks until 31 January. Bookmark this now and avoid the £100 penalty.
Read it on GOV.UK →GOV.UK Self-employment
Payments on account
What it is: HMRC's explainer on paying towards next year's bill in advance.
Why read it this week: The reason many people's first January bill is 50% bigger than expected. Read it before you budget for Christmas.
Read it on GOV.UK →GOV.UK Retirement
Check your National Insurance record
What it is: See how many qualifying years you have, and any gaps.
Why read it this week: A five-minute check that could be worth thousands in State Pension later.
Read it on GOV.UK →