HMRC is given extra cash by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to identify companies which have failed to pay all the tax they owe.

Jeremy Hunt announces in Budget he is scrapping the short-term lets tax regime, and abolishing stamp duty relief on multiple dwellings.

Ben Beadle of the NRLA says many pressures will force demand for rental homes up even higher in the next few years.

Former Chancelllor Kwasi Kwarteng, who was blamed with PM Liz Truss, for mortgage chaos, is to stand down.

The Chancellor said 'Investment Zones' with accelerated planning rules will be set up in 38 areas.

Any reduction in the duty would be welcomed by estate agents, whose 'inclusive of VAT' charges would look more attractive to prospective clients.

Industry reaction to leaks from government that the Chancellor is set to announce a £1.3bn giveaway to boost the property market.

Formally announced in the Budget, a stamp duty surcharge of 2% of the purchase price of a property for buyers from overseas will take effect next year.