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Entrepreneurs’ relief

The amount of an individual’s capital gains that can qualify for Entrepreneurs’ Relief are currently subject to a lifetime limit of £1 million. Gains qualifying for the relief are charged at an effective tax rate of 10% rather than the usual rate of 18%.

The lifetime limit will be doubled to £2 million for disposals on or after 6 April 2010.

Internet link: HMRC Budget note


Tracy Jenkins
Tax Director

Please contact Tracy Jenkins, Tax Director on 023 8046 1200.

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