Research Briefing
In the 2025 Budget the government announced new separate tax rates on income from property, and an increase in tax rates on both savings income and dividend income.
Research Briefing
The new tax year started on 6 April 2026. Direct taxes’ rates and allowances were confirmed in the 2025 Budget. These are taxes paid directly by the taxpayer to the government.
Research Briefing
In the 2025 Budget the government announced that it would amend the tax treatment of the sale of shares to the trustees of Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs).
Research Briefing
Several tax thresholds have not been increased since 2022. This briefing looks at fiscal drag in the context of taxation in the UK, with a specific focus on income tax thresholds.
Constituency casework,Research Briefing
It is often a retailer’s responsibility to ensure that parcels are delivered safely. Find out more about consumers’ rights in relation to parcel deliveries.
Research Briefing
This briefing sets out information on sewage discharges. It focuses on England. It covers what sewage discharges are, why these happen, legislation and targets, and an overview of progress.
Research Briefing
This briefing provides information on heating oil, recent events that have caused heating oil prices to increase, and government support for those facing increased costs.
Research Briefing
The UK Government expects all Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies to introduce public registers of beneficial ownership. What progress has been made?
Research Briefing
On 25 March 2026 the Rycroft Review recommended that a moratorium be placed on political donations made in cryptoassets. In a statement following the release of the review, the Government announced that they would bring forward an amendment to the Representation of the People Bill which would do this.
Research Briefing
British Summer Time is the UK's seasonal clock change. Find out when and why the clocks change in the spring and autumn, calls for change, and evidence about the effects of daylight saving measures.
Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Some common questions on whether a constituent is liable for council tax.
Research Briefing
The Israel/US–Iran conflict has disrupted oil and gas in the Middle East. Consequent price rises may lead to higher inflation and lower GDP growth in the UK.
Debate Pack
There will be a Commons debate on a motion on transport accessibility for disabled people on 26 March 2026
Constituency casework,Research Briefing
Frequently Asked Questions about parking policy across the UK, including council-controlled on-road parking, parking on private land, and parking for disabled people.
Research Briefing
We all know £100 could buy a lot more 50 years ago. But how much more? This briefing explains how to adjust for changes in the value of money over time.
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