Matthew Oldfield

Director, Tax

Matthew Oldfield is a Director in Gravita’s Tax team, with a strong background in advising both individuals and owner-managed businesses on a wide range of tax matters. He has 20 years of experiencing, beginning his career with HMRC where he spent over a decade gaining extensive insight into the tax system before moving into practice in 2014.

Matthew’s expertise spans capital taxes and personal tax, with a particular focus on providing strategic, tailored advice to individuals and business owners. He is also experienced in managing complex interactions with HMRC and supports clients on a variety of general tax matters. His up-to-date technical knowledge and practical approach enable him to deliver clear, commercial solutions in an ever-evolving tax landscape.

As Director of Private Client Tax, Matt works closely with business owners, landlords and high-net-worth individuals, providing clear and commercially focused advice. He is known for his ability to simplify complex tax issues and deliver practical, tailored solutions that support clients’ long-term goals. He has successfully guided clients through the intricate processes of tax reporting and pension recalculations. In addition, he provides tailored advice on a wide range of personal pension matters, offering comprehensive support to clients navigating the broader landscape of retirement planning and this is often delivered in conjunction with Inheritance Tax planning.

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What the 2025 Autumn Budget could mean for Income tax and National Insurance

7th November 2025
Written by: Michaela Lamb
After Rachel Reeves’ speech on 4th November, it will come as no surprise that, we understand, she has spoken to the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) about increasing income tax by 2%, potentially to be...
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Why now could be the moment to review your asset plans before the 2025 Autumn Budget

6th November 2025
Written by: Ian MacGillivray
As usual, the Press and media organisations have been busy speculating about what will be in the Budget which the Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver on 26th November 2025. Talk to us This has led...
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What to do if you receive an HMRC letter about crypto tax

5th November 2025
Written by: Dion Laycock
HMRC has started contacting individuals it believes may have under-reported income or gains from crypto transactions. These “one to many” letters, often known as nudge letters, are being sent to taxpayers whose records suggest they...
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Understanding the talk around a UK exit tax before the 2025 Budget

4th November 2025
Written by: Michaela Lamb
With less than a month to go before Rachel Reeves Autumn 2025 Budget, rumours are abound as to how she is going to plug the blackhole in the economy. From a Wealth Tax to the...
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Income Tax Budget 2025

Budget 2025 predictions: Potential 1% hike in Basic Rate of Income Tax

29th October 2025
Written by: Nikhil Oza
The rumour mill will not stop spinning in the run up to the Chancellor’s Budget on 26th November 2025, but the latest news around Income Tax is likely to upset a huge proportion of the...
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VAT

Understanding the changes to the VAT penalty regime

28th October 2025
Written by: Ashraf Cuerdo
Keeping on top of VAT obligations is more important than ever, and the rules around penalties have recently changed. If you want confidence that your business is staying compliant while managing cash flow effectively, our...
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