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Tapered annual allowance

How the taper works, the income thresholds, and how carry forward interacts with it.

The tapered annual allowance reduces the standard £60,000 allowance for high earners. It applies when a member’s adjusted income exceeds £260,000.

The allowance reduces by £1 for every £2 of adjusted income above £260,000, down to a minimum of £10,000 (reached at £360,000 adjusted income).

Threshold income: If the member’s threshold income is £200,000 or below, the taper does not apply regardless of adjusted income.

Carry forward: Unused allowance from the previous 3 tax years can still be carried forward.

Important: Jarvis cannot provide financial advice. If a client may be affected, recommend a qualified financial adviser.


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