Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on August 12, 2025 in Newsletter
12 August 2025
It’s hard to believe we’re already in August!
We hope you’re managing to find some time to relax and recharge – whether you’re squeezing in a summer break or simply enjoying a slower pace (when possible). Behind the scenes, we’re continuing our work on updating materials for the new tax year. If your exam is coming up in the autumn, it’s especially important to check the information below so you’re fully prepared.
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The examinable tax year changes from the 1st of September, which means the CII updates the content of their exams and study materials to cover things like new legislative changes or changes in tax allowances. All Brand Financial Training materials go through updates during the summer to ensure they are ready for the new examinable tax year come September. If you are not sure when you’ll be sitting your exam yet, whether before or after this date, do not fret.
Those who purchase most of our 24/25 resources between 1 June and 31 August 2025, will be able to request the updated 25/26 versions (examinable from 1 September) at no additional charge. We will email you about this soon.
NOTE: This excludes our E-Mocks products (which have a standard 4-month subscription and will be automatically updated), our R06 and AF5 analyses, IF Mock Papers (as they are still valid until 31 December), and any discontinued resources.
Updates to CII Study Texts
Here’s a reminder that the CII update their study texts throughout the examinable year to either incorporate new legislations, correct errors, or clarify information. Many candidates aren’t aware of this, which can result in candidates studying out-of-date information.
To find out if you have the most up-to-date information, visit the CII website, navigate to your chosen exam and click on ‘learning solutions update’ in the ‘Unit updates’ section in the sidebar.
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