The Supreme Court is set to review a long-running Inheritance Tax (IHT) case against HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
Inheritance tax hits record high

Inheritance tax payments have hit record highs, according to data released by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
Last year saw surge in over 45’s asking for IHT advice
The number of over-45s seeking estate planning advice has risen sharply in the past year as many struggle to understand inheritance tax (IHT) rules, research has shown.
Inheritance Tax receipts hit “record high” in 2018

Inheritance tax payments have increased by more than £1 billion since 2014/15, new figures reveal.
Potential probate rule changes could cause inheritance tax rush
A spike in the amount of inheritance tax (IHT) receipts is being predicted this year as bereaved family members move to complete their paperwork before potential changes to probate fees come into effect.