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A Stocks and Shares ISA (Individual Savings Account) is a type of tax-efficient investment account available to UK residents, allowing individuals to invest in a range of assets such as stocks, bonds, and funds without paying capital gains tax or income tax on the returns. The annual contribution limit for a Stocks and Shares ISA is £20,000 (as of the 2023/2024 tax year). Investors can choose from various providers, including platforms like {{[[Hargreaves Lansdown]]:https://www.hl.co.uk}} and {{[[AJ Bell]]:https://www.ajbell.co.uk}}, which offer different investment options and management styles. It's a popular choice for those looking to grow their savings over the long term while enjoying tax benefits.

A **Stocks and Shares ISA** is a tax-efficient investment account that allows individuals to invest in a variety of assets, including stocks, shares, funds, bonds, and investment trusts, without paying UK income tax or capital gains tax on the returns[1][3][4]. This type of ISA is suitable for long-term investments, typically over five years, as the value of investments can fluctuate[1][3]. To open a Stocks and Shares ISA, you must be at least 18 years old and a UK resident for tax purposes[2]. The annual ISA allowance is £20,000 for the 2025/26 tax year, which can be split between different types of ISAs[5][6]. Various financial institutions offer Stocks and Shares ISAs, including {{[[Legal & General]]:https://www.legalandgeneral.com/investments/stocks-and-shares-isa/}}, {{[[Lloyds Bank]]:https://www.lloydsbank.com/investing/understanding-investing/what-is-a-stocks-and-shares-isa.html}}, {{[[HSBC]]:https://www.hsbc.co.uk/investments/what-is-a-stocks-and-shares-isa/}}, {{[[Bank of Scotland]]:https://www.bankofscotland.co.uk/investing/ways-to-invest/share-dealing-services/stocks-and-shares-isa.html}}, {{[[NatWest]]:https://www.natwest.com/investments/stocks-and-shares-isa.html}}, and {{[[Fidelity]]:https://www.fidelity.co.uk/stocks-and-shares-isa-faq/}}[1][2][3][6][7]. Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA involves fees, such as platform charges and fund manager fees, which can vary depending on the provider and the funds chosen[5].

A stocks and shares ISA is a tax-efficient investment account in the UK that allows individuals to invest in stocks, bonds, funds, and other securities without paying capital gains tax or income tax on returns. {{[[HMRC]]:https://www.gov.uk/individual-savings-accounts}} : The annual investment limit is £20,000 (as of 2023-2024 tax year), and investors can choose from various platforms like {{[[Hargreaves Lansdown]]:https://www.hl.co.uk/}} : Hargreaves Lansdown, {{[[Vanguard]]:https://www.vanguardinvestor.co.uk/}} : Vanguard, and {{[[Nutmeg]]:https://www.nutmeg.com/}} : Nutmeg to manage their investments. Unlike cash ISAs, stocks and shares ISAs offer potential for higher returns but also carry investment risk. They are designed to encourage long-term saving and investing by providing tax advantages for UK residents over 18 years old.

**Google AI Answer (with Grounding):** A Stocks and Shares ISA (Individual Savings Account) is a tax-efficient investment account in the UK. It allows you to invest in a range of assets, including shares, funds, investment trusts, and bonds, without paying UK income tax or capital gains tax on any profits. The annual allowance is £20,000, meaning you can invest up to this amount each tax year (6 April to 5 April). While you can withdraw money at any time, it's generally recommended to invest for at least five years to maximize potential returns, as the value of investments can fluctuate. You can choose your own investments or opt for ready-made investment options offered by providers. **Real-time Web Search Results:** **Search Queries Used:** what is a stocks and shares isa **Sources Found:** 2 web sources **Top Sources:** 1. [hsbc.co.uk](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQGInCSgqvMHE4jviDynfpcoJnDciIinEbctrO3eaIDzJ-oiHdb0n-RckUuC8FipBmJ7V7_XvT1aOCwSyG8RNt31SgL8Q1cfOI_B4lTpyCR1Hq1Z6roS9NtUqLyy62kY7B2P60-Ol9vJKZRF5dZIkvK5doUxiGQNCQt0UoytnF4=) 2. [hl.co.uk](https://vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com/grounding-api-redirect/AUZIYQGWk4ij2_Xo5KnAm77Hcojls93rT1lpUvn4xaywRrzrILWKtCUp6-pGZC9gCAxal1mcwuvXjYaQswkZo0-DDtonUSwI-77RGWn4dUzLLDoahykbR8tY90g5XXJ5anHi-8DUlddIi2YX)