VAT on energy saving materials 

VAT on energy saving materials 

The zero rate of VAT has been extended to include the installation of additional energy-saving materials (ESMs) from 1 February 2024. 

NLW and NMW increased

NLW and NMW increased

The national living wage (NLW) will increase by 9.8% to £11.44 per hour from April 2024. The higher rate will also apply to 21 and 22-year-olds for the first time.