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How much could I save?

If you're a basic rate taxpayer, increasing the personal allowance to £15,000 would mean an extra £2,430 of your income is tax-free. At the current basic rate of 20%, this translates to an annual saving of £486. The story rounds this to £500, which is a nice boost for your wallet.

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