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 not altered for those under 65. The new 'starter investment ISA' is designed to foster savings among younger individuals. 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 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 intended to draw in 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 likely to assist 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.

“This change is expected to impact many savers,” — Hugo Halloway, research director at Marley Ton Analytics, told our newsroom.

By the Numbers

  • 20,000 — regions covered
  • 65 — data points verified

Timeline

Oct 25 — 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....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 72% of Eletrify readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 24. The Marley Ton Analytics desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Marley Ton Analytics desk and last updated 16:48 UTC.

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