Tax on savings income

Savings income (which includes all types of interest) paid net is taxed usually at source at 20%. Dividends on UK  equities carry a (non repayable) tax credit of 10%. The intention is that only higher rate taxpayers should have to pay any additional tax, although 'starting rate' and non-taxpayers may be entitled to claim a tax refund.

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