Another freeze to the thresholds: auto-enrolment & pension impact

While much attention has been paid to successive government freezes of tax thresholds, there is another prolonged threshold freeze with similar distortionary effects.

Freddo inflation - What rising Freddo prices tell us about UK inflation

Inflation can be complicated, but the price of a Freddo makes it instantly understandable. For decades, the tiny chocolate frog has been Britain’s unofficial inflation index, a simple way to see how the value of the pound has changed over time.

Making tax digitial: what taxpayers need to know for 2026

Many potentially affected taxpayers have not yet engaged with a major change in tax reporting.

Are you ready for April’s tax and pension changes?

6 April brings a variety of tax and pension changes. The start of the tax year on Monday 6 April (Easter Monday) heralds a variety of changes to tax and pension rules, few of them welcome.

The Story of 2025 inflation

Annual inflation ended 2025 at 3.4%, up from 2.5% in 2023, but not all prices rose over the year. 

Spring forecast 2026 - key updates on the UK economy

The Spring Statement on 3rd March 2026 provided an update on the economy and public finances, without introducing any major tax changes.

Tuition fees head to £10,000

A government announcement has set tuition fees in England on a rising path once more.

Be prepared for pension salary sacrifice reform

While reforms to the pension salary sacrifice rules are not scheduled to take effect until April 2029, it is important to understand the implications of the changes now. 

Henson Crisp are growing - new Cambridge office now open

We’re happy to announce an exciting milestone - we’ve opened our new office in Cambridge!

Autumn Budget 2025: Important updates for business owners

In Rachel Reeve’s latest budget announcement, there were several changes made to tax and spending plans. Amongst those changes were several factors that could affect you, and your business.

Henson Crisp are expanding to Cambridge

At Henson Crisp we specialise in retirement planning for those approaching or already enjoying their retirement. Additionally, through years of experience, we have gained expertise in business exit & sale planning and pensions on divorce cases. Our priority is helping you make confident financial decisions to reach your goals. With the opening of our new Cambridge office (coming soon), we’re…