04 December 2024

In the Scottish budget, financial secretary, Shona Robinson has announced changes to the tax bands for the 2025/26 tax year. In her speech she stated that the lower bands would be increased so that low earners would keep more of their earnings.

The amended thresholds and Scottish tax brackets for 2025 can be seen in a revenue impact statement and the full budget publication and are represented in the below table for your ease:

Scottish tax brackets for 2025/26

Rate Name

Income Range

Rate

Starter rate

£12,571 - £15,397

19%

Basic rate

£15,398 - £27,491

20%

Intermediate rate

£27,492 - £43,662

21%

Higher rate

£43,663 - £75,000

42%

Advanced rate

£75,001 - £125,140

45%

Top rate

Over £125,140

48%


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