Autumn Budget 2026 predictions: the tax changes to watch
With income tax rates, employee National Insurance and VAT rises ruled out, where could the Chancellor raise revenue on 28 October? Our predictions for the UK’s Autumn Budget 2026.
I have over 10 years' experience in tax and advise our tax practice and our clients on the latest tax policy developments, what these changes will mean for them and contributing to the tax policy debate. Prior to joining the firm, I was head of tax policy at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
My role includes voicing the views of our broad client base on the development of new tax policies and encouraging policies that promote sustainable growth.
Outside of work my two young children keep me very busy and I enjoy playing tennis or taking a pilates class when time permits.
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With income tax rates, employee National Insurance and VAT rises ruled out, where could the Chancellor raise revenue on 28 October? Our predictions for the UK’s Autumn Budget 2026.
We asked 500 UK business leaders, finance leaders and heads of tax what they want from the Autumn Budget on 28 October. Abby Agopian, Head of Tax Policy, and other partners from across the firm explain why the top two answers make this a hard Budget to get right.
The UK Autumn Budget 2026 will take place on 28 October 2026. Abby Agopian, our Head of Tax Policy, looks at what we know so far.