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Tax Exemption – Horizon Family Members Redress Scheme

30 June 2026

Proposing MP
Chipping Barnet
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Treasury

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the Horizon Family Members Redress Scheme and its associated tax exemptions.

Action Requested

The Government will legislate to formalise tax exemptions for redress received under the scheme, ensuring no income tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax is payable. This legislation will also exempt these payments from National Insurance contributions.

Key Facts

  • The Horizon Family Members Redress Scheme was announced on 19 March 2026.
  • The Government will legislate to formalise tax exemptions shortly.
  • Tax exemptions include income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax.
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