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These initiatives were driven by Baroness Watkins of Tavistock, and are more likely to reflect personal policy preferences.
Baroness Watkins of Tavistock has not introduced any legislation before Parliament
Baroness Watkins of Tavistock has not co-sponsored any Bills in the current parliamentary sitting
The Rent a Room Scheme has been a feature of the income tax system since 1992.The current threshold provides an income tax exemption on income of up to £7,500 for individuals who let furnished accommodation in their only or main residence. This reduces and simplifies the tax and administration burden for those affected and has taken some taxpayers out of self-assessment entirely.
At present, the Government believes that the Rent a Room Scheme threshold is set at an appropriate level.