- HM Treasury has extended the window to claim tax and NICs reliefs for operations in special tax sites within Freeports and Investment Zones from 5 years to 10 years
- Revised sunset dates are 30 September 2031 for English Freeports, 30 September 2034 for Scottish Green Freeports and Welsh Freeports, and 30 September 2034 for all Investment Zones
- The Business and Trade Committee of the House of Commons published a report recommending improvements in transparency and governance arrangements for Investment Zones and Freeports in England
- Recommendations include publishing evaluation data on impacts of zones, linking accountability to regional leaders, and potential improvements such as prioritized access to energy and extended planning freedoms.
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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