Tax18 Mar 2026Alcohol price hike and smoke-free rules suggestedA health strategy suggests a smoking ban in some outdoor places and price hikes on alcohol.18 Mar 202618 Mar 2026'Why councils need tourism tax revenue by default'London Councils is calling for the mayor of London to give local councils 50% of the revenue of tourist tax raised in their areas.18 Mar 202616 Mar 2026Industry group asks for alternatives to GSTAn industry group says GST will place additional pressure on households and small businesses.16 Mar 202612 Mar 2026Revenue service opens 2025 returns despite backlogIt said taking new returns would help it catch up with assessments and improve service. 12 Mar 202610 Mar 2026Council convener 'fighting on' despite ban over unpaid taxAndrea Manson says she has received "overwhelming support" as the civic head of Shetland Islands Council.10 Mar 202610 Mar 2026Territorial tax ruled out as too riskyA deputy says any change must protect the island's reputation as a place to do business. 10 Mar 20264 Mar 2026Higher tariffs likely this week, says US TreasuryScott Bessent says that "likely sometime this week" the US will increase its global tariff on imports from the existing 10%. 4 Mar 20263 Mar 2026No new tax rises in Spring Statement, but don't be fooled - tax bills are still risingThere are measures, announced ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement, yet to take effect. 3 Mar 20263 Mar 2026Deputy vows to keep trying in efforts to block GSTDeputy Liam McKenna says the tax is "wrong" but the government argues savings are "running dry".3 Mar 2026...
