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Will I pay more tax?

If you own property and are older, this proposal suggests you might. The think tank wants to shift the tax burden away from younger workers and towards assets, like homes, and older generations. This could mean changes to taxes like Council Tax or Inheritance Tax, potentially increasing your contributions if you fit the criteria.

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