OTS backs pension tax reform

Official body reviews ‘baffling’ pensions tax system.

1 in 3 expect 6-month wait for inheritance

Processing probate takes 11 months on average.

Self-employment jeopardises state pension

Increases in self-employment could cause £2.8bn shortfall.

HMRC warns of tax refund scam

Public told to ‘be alert’ to fraudsters.

Stamp duty cut helps 69,000 first-time buyers

Relief claimed on 19% of all home purchases until 31 March 2018.