# 2026 Autumn Budget Tax Changes

> Chancellor John Healey's tax hikes and savings reforms spark reader concerns.
- Title: 2026 Autumn Budget Tax Changes · MoneyWeek | Shortify
- Summary: Chancellor John Healey's tax hikes and savings reforms spark reader concerns. Chancellor John Healey announced tax hikes on savings interest and property…
- Keywords: 2026 autumn budget, chancellor john healey, tax hikes, savings interest, property income, lifetime isa, help to buy isa, pension credit, student loans, minimum wage, MoneyWeek
- Source: MoneyWeek — https://moneyweek.com/economy/budget/budget-questions-answered-expert-q-and-a
- Published: 2026-11-06T11:27:03+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: 2026 autumn budget, chancellor john healey, tax hikes, savings interest, property income, lifetime isa, help to buy isa, pension credit, student loans, minimum wage
## 2026 Autumn Budget Overview
Chancellor John Healey announced tax hikes on savings interest and property income from next year.
## Tax Changes for Savers
The chancellor scrapped cash isa reform due April 2027 and raised tax rates on savings interest and property income.
## Reader Poll Results
48% of MoneyWeek readers said the 2026 Autumn Budget left much to be desired, while 24% called it catastrophic.
## Minimum Wage Tax Impact
Rachael Griffin explained that higher minimum wages may lead to more tax due because tax thresholds haven't risen with wages.
## Student Loan Interest Rates
Student loan interest rates remain frozen until 2030, with some relief for future repayments.
## Pension Credit Changes
Pension credit increases by 3.9% in April 2027 but remains tax-free for recipients.
## Help to Buy ISA Limits
Help to buy isa property price limit remains at £250,000, preventing government bonuses for first-time buyers.
## Lifetime ISA Options
Lifetime isa offers 25% government bonus up to £1,000 per year until age 50, with property limits of £450,000.
## Student Loan Repayment Impact
Students on plan 3 loans face longer repayment periods and higher interest due to extended debt terms.
## Budget Reactions
48% of readers felt the 2026 Autumn Budget left much to be desired, with 24% calling it catastrophic.
## Key takeaway

Chancellor John Healey announced tax hikes on savings interest and property income, with 48% of MoneyWeek readers calling the 2026 Autumn Budget 'left much to be desired'.