Webinar replay

Beyond the Headlines: Understanding the Autumn Budget 2026

BKL’s specialists present a practical analysis of the key Budget announcements.

We cut through the headlines and political commentary to explain what the changes mean in practice, who is most affected, and the actions you may wish to consider before the new rules take effect.

We discuss:

• The most significant tax, spending and fiscal announcements
• What the changes mean for businesses, business owners and entrepreneurs
• Implications for individuals, families and internationally mobile clients
• The implications for property owners, investors and landlords

Image rights

Sector spotlight: Sport & entertainment

Alex Lipman and Anthony Spokes discuss the Budget news on image rights payments for sportspeople.

The proposed changes would tax employment-related image rights payments like wages, increasing income tax and National Insurance costs for players and clubs.

The Budget has delayed the planned introduction from April 2027 to 6 April 2028. This is a delay, not a withdrawal of the proposals. A separate company or contract shouldn’t be assumed to keep payments outside the new rules.

Clubs and players should use the extra year to review existing arrangements and plan for future costs, particularly where clubs have agreed to cover players’ tax liabilities.