Tax news roundup: 28 April 2025

Published on: 28 April 2025

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In the ever-fast-moving world of tax announcements and developments, this news pulls together some of the key changes announced this week. Our commentary will be updated in due course to reflect these latest developments.

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Real estate investment trusts (REITs)

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