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Tax Exemption – Capture Redress Scheme

27 October 2025

Proposing MP
Dan Tomlinson Lab
Chipping Barnet
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Treasury
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the introduction of a new compensation scheme and tax exemptions for postmasters affected by errors in the Capture software.

Action Requested

The Government is legislating to formalise tax exemptions for redress received under the Capture Redress Scheme, ensuring no Income Tax, National Insurance contributions, Capital Gains Tax, Corporation Tax (where applicable), or Inheritance Tax will be payable.

Key Facts

  • The Capture Redress Scheme was announced on 19 June 2025.
  • The scheme compensates postmasters affected by errors in the Capture software.
  • No taxes including Income Tax, National Insurance contributions, Capital Gains Tax, Corporation Tax (where applicable), or Inheritance Tax will be payable for redress received under this scheme.
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