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OPINION: IHT reprieve reason for Christmas cheer

Deputy Editor Alex Black reflects on the impact of the decision to increase APR and BPR thresholds from £1 million to £2.5m

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OPINION: IHT reprieve reason for Christmas cheer

Relief was the key word in almost every response from industry organisations as the Government announced a major change to its Inheritance Tax proposals ahead of Christmas day. READ NOW: IHT thresholds...

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