HMRC warns of fines for late tax returns
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
A look back at the beloved celebrities and public figures who died in 2025, including music legend Ozzy Osbourne. Read our full tribute to their lasting legacies.
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
The DWP warns Universal Credit claimants to report 17 key life changes immediately or risk overpayments and legal action. Stay compliant and avoid penalties.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
The Met Office predicts a mostly dry, cold, and bright Christmas Day 2025 for the UK, with a brisk wind and a very low chance of snow. Find out the full festive forecast.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Major changes to Universal Credit from April 2026 will see some families hundreds better off, while new disability claimants face reduced payments. Get the full breakdown of rates, thresholds, and key dates.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued multiple product recalls in December 2025, affecting items from beauty products to home goods. Check the list to see if you own any affected items.
The beloved NORAD Santa Tracker is live for Christmas Eve 2025. Use the interactive tool to follow Father Christmas's global journey, see when he'll reach England, and discover the heartwarming story behind this festive tradition.
HMRC has increased the IHT nil-rate band for business and farming assets to £2.5m per person from April 2026, offering relief to family-owned enterprises. Read the full details and expert reactions.
Lloyds Bank reveals UK business confidence rose 10 points in 2025, with construction leading the surge. A positive sign for economic growth heading into 2026.
Nationwide, Lloyds and NatWest customers face a major change as the £100 contactless limit is scrapped. Learn about the new rules, security risks, and how to protect your money.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
The DVSA announces stricter MOT rules from 9 Jan 2026, banning testers and principals for 2-5 years after disciplinary action. Learn how this crackdown affects UK drivers.
HMRC will adjust tax codes for around four million state pensioners with incomes over £35,000 to reclaim Winter Fuel Payments. Find out how much will be deducted monthly from 2026.
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Everything you need to know about Cruz from Simon Cowell's new boy band December 10, including his age, hometown, musical theatre background and Instagram. Discover the rising star.
Discover everything about Nicolas, the 16-year-old singer in Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10, from his Lisbon roots to his Harry Styles comparisons and rocky audition. Read the full story now.
Get the facts on Cruz, the 19-year-old star from Uxbridge in Simon Cowell's new Netflix boyband December 10. Discover his musical theatre roots and Instagram.
Find out the exact time Emily in Paris Season 5 drops on Netflix globally on December 18th. Will this be the final season? All the details here.
OpenTable data reveals the 10 busiest restaurants in Birmingham and the West Midlands for festive bookings in December 2025. Discover where locals are dining this Christmas.
The Autumn Budget's extended income tax threshold freeze until 2031 is a 'stealth tax' costing workers up to £4,420. Discover the generational split and financial impact.
HMRC will stop sending standard letters from April 2026, switching to digital communications. Millions must ensure contact details are correct to avoid missing vital updates.
Simon Cowell's new boy band December 10, formed via Netflix, release their debut music video covering NSYNC's 'Bye Bye Bye'. Discover the band members and their journey.
Vulnerable households could receive £25 payments this December if temperatures plummet. Find out if you're eligible for the DWP's Cold Weather Payment scheme.
Boots has slashed 30% off the Adidas Vibes Energy Drive Eau de Parfum, now just £14. Shoppers, from construction workers to young lads, are stunned by its 'masculine' and 'refreshing' scent. Discover the perfect, affordable Christmas gift.
The DWP confirms altered state pension payment dates in December due to Christmas bank holidays. Find out when your money will arrive to budget effectively.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.