HMRC set to soften ISA tax proposals after industry talks in win for investors

HMRC set to soften ISA tax proposals after industry talks in win for investors

Investment platforms are increasingly hopeful that ministers will soften plans to levy charges on cash held in stocks and shares ISAs

Changes to stocks and shares ISAs could result in tax on interest

Historically, ISAs have been considered a tax-free investment opportunity, but the latest notes on upcoming changes to this scheme may mean that interest on cash held in a stocks and shares ISA may result in new tax liabilities. Announced at the Autumn Budget in 2025, the changes to the ISA rules for under 65s has already cultivated their fair share of both controversy and celebration from investors and savers. What is changing to ISAs from 2027…

Potential ISA rule changes could bring unexpected tax into stocks and shares ISAs

ISAs have long been seen as a straightforward, tax-free way to save and invest in the UK. That long-standing assumption may start to shift under proposals announced by the Government, which could see interest earned on cash within certain ISAs becoming taxable. Following announcements made at the Autumn Budget 2025, proposed changes to ISA rules for individuals under the age of 65 have already prompted strong reactions amongst savers. While some…