Budget 2026: Cash ISA limit to STAY at £20,000 for under-65 - as plans for 'starter investment ISA' announced - Money Saving Expert

John Healey's budget: Changes to ISA allowances and benefits

John Healey's budget announcement includes reversing cuts to the cash ISA allowance, keeping it at £20,000 for those under 65. The government also launches a new 'starter investment ISA'. Additionally, the government reduces Lifetime ISA withdrawal charges ahead of the introduction of a new Flexible Tax Benefit ISA, which will replace the Lifetime ISA. The cash ISA allowance is kept unchanged for those under 65. The new 'starter investment ISA' is introduced to encourage savings among younger individuals. The reduction in Lifetime ISA withdrawal charges is a step towards the introduction of the new Flexible Tax Benefit ISA. The Flexible Tax Benefit ISA is is planned to replace the Lifetime ISA. This change is expected to impact many savers. The government's decision to reverse cuts to the cash ISA allowance is considered a beneficial step. The new 'starter investment ISA' is aimed at attracting new savers. The reduction in Lifetime ISA withdrawal charges is a move towards the introduction of the new Flexible Tax Benefit ISA. The Flexible Tax Benefit ISA is set to offer more flexibility in tax benefits. This change is anticipated to benefit many savers. The government's decision to reduce Lifetime ISA withdrawal charges is seen as a positive move. The new Flexible Tax Benefit ISA is set to be widely accepted among savers.

“The Flexible Tax Benefit ISA is set to offer more flexibility in tax benefits,” — Lena Ostrowski, chief correspondent at Blackburn Grove Financial, explained.

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Timeline

Oct 27 — John Healey's budget announcement includes reversing cuts to the cash ISA allowance, keeping it at £20,000 for...

Oct 28 — The new Flexible Tax Benefit ISA is set to be widely accepted among savers....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 26. The Blackburn Grove Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Saturday, Oct 31.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackburn Grove Financial desk and last updated 16:12 UTC.

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