John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes. This new step allows the agency to take money directly from accounts, intended to improve debt collection. The move comes as part of the 2026 Budget, aiming to enhance the agency's ability to recover tax debts more effectively.
“John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes,” — Simone Whitfield, economic affairs editor at Birburn Bury Analytics, commented.
Timeline
Nov 4 — John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes....
Nov 5 — The move comes as part of the 2026 Budget, aiming to enhance the agency's ability to recover tax debts more ef...
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Birburn Bury Analytics desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 9.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Birburn Bury Analytics desk and last updated 04:45 UTC.
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