The UK dividend allowance has been slashed. From £5,000 in 2017-18, it's now just £500—a 90% cut that leaves most dividend investors exposed to HMRC tax without realising it. When you exceed the allowance, you owe 8.75% to 39.35% in dividend tax depending on your income band. And from April 2026, those rates climb higher. This episode breaks down the allowance, walks through a £30,000 portfolio example, explains why US stocks in a GIA hit you twice, and shows you how to calculate your actual exposure using Nestor's allowance tracker. The gap between what your broker shows and what you actually keep is wider than you think.From the team behind Nestor – Dividend Trackerhttps://www.nestordividendtracker.co.uk