Autumn Budget 2026: five no-brainers to boost productivity
Despite ongoing calls for radical tax and economic reforms to boost productivity, Chancellor John Healey is expected to deliver a cautious, low-key Budget, Tim Sarson You can tell it’s Budget season. The leaves are just starting to turn, Halloween goods fill the shops, and the corridor small talk from my colleagues has moved on from [...]
The Autumn Budget 2026 is expected to be a low-key affair, with Chancellor John Healey avoiding sweeping tax rises and radical reforms, according to Tim Sarson, head of tax at KPMG. Despite calls for such reforms, the economic background shows persistent issues with GDP and productivity growth, as well as a rising cost of government debt.
However, there are some positive signs, including a better budget deficit trajectory according to the International Monetary Fund. The article suggests that while some changes to the tax system may seem like no-brainers, now may not be the right time for them. Instead, the focus may be on decisions that create certainty and stability for businesses and consumers.
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