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Worth reading · Week of 2 November 2026

Articles you should read this week

The Budget landed last week and Self Assessment season is starting. Here's what we'd read now. They aren't all new: they're the ones most useful to read right now. All links go to the original article.

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 →

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