The Succession Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight

From April 2026, changes to Business Property Relief will significantly alter the inheritance tax landscape for UK business owners, bringing long-delayed succession decisions into sharp focus. In this insightful article, Amy Speake, CEO of Holmes Noble, explores how these reforms are exposing a widespread lack of leadership readiness across organisations, with many unprepared for accelerated ownership transitions.

Drawing on Holmes Noble’s research and client experience, the piece highlights critical gaps in succession planning, the risks of reactive leadership development, and why traditional approaches are no longer fit for purpose. It also sets out practical steps HR leaders should take now to strengthen their leadership pipeline and future-proof their organisations.

If you are concerned with leadership, succession, and long-term business resilience, read the full article here.