The Budget: What To Watch Out For
More details emerge ahead of the budget about tax rises and increases to minimum wage.
November 25, 2025
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November 25, 2025
The Budget: What To Watch Out For
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<p>Today, with rumours circulating about the budget, what are the changes that could impact you?</p><p>On the eve of the budget it has confirmed that more drinks will be included in the so called “sugar tax” and there will be an increase in the minimum + living wage. But what other changes could happen? </p><p>Will there be changes to the way you can save into an ISA? Could a “tourist tax” be introduced in some cities? And, will there be changes to council tax?</p><p>Adam and Chris are joined by Claer Barrett, consumer editor at the FT.</p><p>You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.
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