Millions to get £975 pay rise from April
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget confirms a National Minimum Wage rise. Find out the exact date and how much you'll get based on your age.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget confirms a National Minimum Wage rise. Find out the exact date and how much you'll get based on your age.
The National Trust and InYourArea are giving away 60,000 free family day passes. Claim yours via the app for access to 500 historic properties across England, Wales, and NI. Offer ends Jan 20.
Aldi is giving thousands of UK staff a pay rise to £13.35 an hour from March 1, exceeding the new National Minimum Wage. Discover the full details of the supermarket's investment.
Rachel Reeves's minimum wage increase delivers a hidden pensions windfall, potentially adding tens of thousands to retirement pots for low-paid workers across the UK.
Millions of UK workers set for a pay rise in April under Labour's minimum wage increase, potentially boosting retirement savings by over £200,000. Discover how the hike impacts your pension.
Bristol hoteliers express cautious optimism for 2026, citing major events and stable Q4 2025, while navigating challenges like the April living wage increase. Discover the sector's outlook.
The National Living Wage rising to £12.71 an hour is creating a 'wage compression' crisis for small businesses, squeezing pay gaps and demotivating supervisors. Experts warn of brutal choices ahead.
Wagamama confirms it is considering selective price increases for 2026, citing rising staff and supply costs linked to government wage policy. Read the full details and customer reaction.
Struggling with the long gap to January payday? Financial expert Aseem Munshi shares four practical budgeting and saving strategies to help Brits manage their finances through the festive hangover.
The DWP confirms a £24.76 monthly increase for single Universal Credit claimants from April 2026, part of wider benefit changes and a National Living Wage hike. Discover how the reforms will affect you.
Part-time workers could qualify for a workplace pension by working just 15 hours a week from April 2026, thanks to a National Living Wage rise. Find out if you're affected.
A major set of 14 new laws will reshape daily life in the UK from 2026, impacting recycling, travel, work rights, and more. Discover all the key changes here.
Thousands of UK part-time workers will qualify for workplace pensions from April 2026, needing just 15 hours a week. Discover how the rising National Living Wage boosts retirement savings.
Millions of UK workers will see their pay rise from April 2026 as the National Living Wage increases. Full-time staff over 21 could gain around £975 annually. Discover the new rates and the debate.
HMRC urges all UK workers to check their pay this Christmas after identifying £5.8m in arrears for 25,200 underpaid staff. Learn your rights and how to report underpayment.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major pay rise for millions of UK workers, with the National Living Wage increasing to £12.71 per hour from April 2026. Find out how much extra you'll get.
Lloyds Bank's latest survey reveals a dip in UK business confidence to 42% in November. Explore the key data and expert insights on hiring, wages, and price pressures for 2026.
From day-one sick pay to paternity leave rights, discover the four key employment law changes set for April 2026 and the political row surrounding the government's U-turn on unfair dismissal.
The UK's new National Living Wage rises to £12.71 in April, but experts warn it could fuel inflation and decimate youth job markets. Read the full analysis.
Discover 16 stunning National Trust winter walks around Birmingham and the Midlands, complete with cosy cafes for tea and cake. Many routes are dog-friendly and accessible.
Thousands of UK state pensioners will receive an early £921 payment next week due to the Christmas holidays. Find out if you are affected and what the new weekly rate will be.
HMRC issues a crucial warning to UK workers to check their December payslips for underpayment. Seasonal staff have rights to minimum wage. Report issues online in minutes.
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
The Labour government begins repealing the Minimum Service Levels Act, calling it 'unworkable'. Unions hail the move as a victory for workers' rights. Read the full update.
HMRC has published the phased implementation dates for major tax reforms from the Autumn Budget, affecting savings, property, and pensions. Discover how and when the changes will impact you.
Motorists face higher road tax from April 2026 as 13 VED bands increase due to inflation, with the highest band rising by £30. Find out how the changes affect you.
A new petition urges the DWP to apply the Triple Lock increase equally to both pension types, arguing the current gap is unfair. Chancellor confirms commitment.
Virgin Money is increasing the monthly fee for its Club M packaged current account by £1.50 to £14 from February 2026. Find out what the change means for your banking costs and included benefits.
A Vinted expert reveals how a friendly, non-salesy message to users who favourite items can increase sales by 30-50%. Discover the free strategy that's transforming second-hand selling.
Drivers of electric vehicles could face a higher pay-per-mile tax rate if they under-declare mileage. The new Labour eVED scheme will involve annual checks, sparking industry concerns about fairness and the switch to EVs.