Capital Gains Tax

Annual exempt amount

2006 / 07

2005 / 06

Individuals etc*

£8,800

£8,500

Most trustees

£4,400

£4,250

*Individuals, trustees of settlements for the disabled, and personal representatives
of the estate of a deceased person.


The amount chargeable to CGT is added onto the top of income liable to income tax
for individuals and is charged to CGT at these rates:


• below the starting rate limit at 10%
• between the starting rate and basic rate limits at 20%
• and above the basic rate limit at 40%

The information on this page is for guidance only. Professional advice should be obtained before acting on any information contained.