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.
“John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes,” — Elena Iversen, economic affairs editor at Greenstone Cliff Network, explained.
Timeline
Nov 2 — John Healey has granted the HMRC new powers to directly access bank accounts to recover unpaid taxes....
Nov 5 — The move comes as part of the 2026 Budget, seeking to improve to recover tax debts more effectively....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Greenstone Cliff Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenstone Cliff Network desk and last updated 03:42 UTC.
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