Families face 15-month wait for inherited pensions
New HMRC rules could see grieving families wait over a year to access half of inherited pension funds. Learn how the Autumn Budget changes impact you.
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Solihull 2025 Planning Appeals: Wins and Losses
A look back at the key planning appeals in Solihull for 2025, where residents challenged council refusals. Discover which decisions were overturned by the government inspector.
Farm Inheritance Tax Threshold Raised to £2.5m
The government has tripled the inheritance tax threshold for farmland to £2.5m following pressure. Critics say it doesn't go far enough to protect family farms. Read the full story.
Bereaved families could face £140k council tax bills
Bereaved families could be hit with six-figure bills due to deferred council tax payments on high-value homes. Learn about the new surcharge and its long-term impact.
IHT Freeze Extended: 63,000 Estates to be Hit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the inheritance tax freeze until 2031, doubling the number of families paying the 40% levy. Experts warn of a stealth raid on modest estates.
HMRC targets 1,300 households over cash gift tax
HMRC inheritance tax on cash gifts surges 153% in a decade, ensnaring over 1,000 families. Learn the complex rules to avoid a hefty tax bill.
New HMRC Rule Allows £2m Inheritance Tax-Free Transfer
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
Older couples marry to avoid pension inheritance tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms pensions will be subject to inheritance tax, prompting a surge in older couples marrying for financial security. Discover the drastic steps being taken.
Inheritance Tax Break for Family Farms and Businesses
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.
Labour U-turns on inheritance tax threshold for farmers
The government raises the IHT threshold for farmers to £2.5m, a policy U-turn experts warn inflates land prices and benefits wealthy investors over family farms. Read the full analysis.
Latest Rochdale Planning Applications Submitted
Rochdale Borough Council has validated a new batch of planning applications, including home extensions, heritage works, and a new bungalow. Discover the latest local development news.
Rochdale planning decisions: Over 30 projects approved
Rochdale Borough Council has issued a wave of planning decisions, approving extensions, new homes, and commercial changes across the borough. Discover the latest developments.
Inheritance Tax Rise for Farmers Watered Down
The UK government has revised its inheritance tax plans for farmers after protests. The new rules allow couples to pass on up to £5m. Find out what changed.
Probate document fees jump from £1.50 to £16 per copy
The cost of obtaining probate copies in the UK has surged to £16 each, a tenfold increase. Families now face £460 for a standard application. Discover the impact and expert advice.
Inheritance tax relief threshold rises for UK farmers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major U-turn, raising the agricultural property relief threshold to £2.5m from April 2026. This change will protect family farms from hefty inheritance tax bills. Read the full details.
UK Christmas gifts risk 40% inheritance tax charge
Personal finance experts warn UK families about HMRC's £3,000 annual gift allowance. Exceeding it could trigger a 40% inheritance tax bill if the giver dies within seven years. Learn the rules to protect your loved ones.
Fourth application for Brownhills HMO site submitted
Morethan Property Ltd submits fourth planning application for 205 High Street, Brownhills, seeking to demolish a bungalow and build six one-bed apartments. Read the full story.
Decision on pub's fence and outdoor bar delayed
Solihull councillors will visit the 300-year-old Brickmakers Arms in Balsall Common before deciding the fate of its controversial fence and outdoor bar. Read the latest in the planning saga.
Pensioners face tax hit as thresholds frozen under Labour
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget reforms, with frozen income tax thresholds, are set to push retirees with modest savings into paying tax. Experts warn of fiscal drag and inheritance tax implications.
New 14-home plan for Malvern farmland submitted
A developer has submitted fresh plans for 14 homes on Malvern farmland, months after a scheme for nine properties was rejected by the council and dismissed on appeal. Read the latest details.
Inheritance Tax receipts hit £5.8bn, up £84m
UK inheritance tax receipts reach £5.8bn in eight months, driven by frozen thresholds. Experts warn the 'quiet' revenue raiser is forecast to hit £14.5bn by 2031. Read the full analysis.
Last-minute report delays 50-storey Manchester tower
A 1,000-page last-minute report has delayed a decision on a 750-flat Manchester skyscraper for a second time. Meanwhile, a controversial Chorlton redevelopment gets the green light.
Birmingham rejects student tower over heritage harm
Birmingham councillors have refused plans for a 263-bed student block near New Street station, citing 'less than substantial' harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall.
Labour Councillor Slams Government Planning Changes
A Birmingham Labour councillor has publicly criticised his own government's proposed planning reforms, calling them a 'disaster about to happen' that will trash vital protections.
Birmingham rejects student tower over heritage impact
Birmingham's planning committee has refused a 263-bed student accommodation tower, fearing harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall. Read the full debate.
Eight-flat Blackheath plan rejected on appeal
Planning Inspectorate dismisses appeal for eight apartments in Blackheath, upholding Dudley Council's refusal. The scheme was deemed too dense and a risk to pedestrian safety.
UK gardens could be lost under new Labour housing plan
New government planning proposals could see residential gardens used for new homes. Read the full details of the consultation and the political row it has sparked.
Martin Lewis warns of 40% ISA tax on death
Martin Lewis warns ISA savings face a 40% Inheritance Tax hit. Key details on spousal transfers, allowance changes from 2027, and how to protect your money.
Martin Lewis warns of 40% tax hit on ISA savings
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies ISA inheritance rules. Your tax-free savings could be subject to a 40% HMRC charge upon death. Learn how to protect your assets.
Rochdale planning applications decided up to December 12
Rochdale Borough Council has issued decisions on a range of planning applications, including home extensions, tree removals, and commercial changes. Discover the latest outcomes for properties across the borough.
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