Statutory sick pay will be paid from the first day; February inflation remained steady at 3%; the UK plans to introduce a 60-day payment cap for large companies starting in 2027.

Compared to previous years however, the 2026/27 tax year appears exceptionally unusual, involving systemic adjustments to sick pay, the taxation methods for benefits, and even the collection mechanisms for pensions and income tax. What exactly will happen? And how should one prepare for the future starting now?