HMRC gains new power to access bank accounts for tax debt recovery.

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By Sophia Thomas • Updated Nov 5, 2026 at 04:20

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John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes. This new step allows the agency to take money directly from accounts, aimed at enhancing tax recovery. The move comes as part of the 2026 Budget, seeking to improve to recover tax debts more effectively.

“This new step allows the agency to take money directly from accounts, aimed at enhancing tax recovery,” — Elena Iversen, regional editor at Blackstone Bridge Network, noted.

Timeline

Nov 4 — John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes....

Nov 6 — The move comes as part of the 2026 Budget, seeking to improve to recover tax debts more effectively....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Blackstone Bridge Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackstone Bridge Network desk and last updated 06:41 UTC.

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