A parliamentary petition urges HMRC to double the personal tax allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. With 10,000 signatures, it seeks to protect pensioners from rising tax bills as thresholds remain frozen.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges no tax on state pension alone, but experts warn new DWP rules are 'rushed', creating unfairness and penalising those who saved.
Former NHS, care, Armed Forces and emergency service pensioners are urged to check eligibility for a Blue Light Card to combat rising winter costs. New research shows 83% are concerned about expenses.
A leading financial writer calls for the DWP to end the £10 Christmas Bonus for pensioners, calling it an unaffordable 'charade'. Read the full debate.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
Labour's new rule means pensioners with only state income won't pay tax from 2027, but critics warn of unfairness for those who saved. Discover the full impact.
A million pensioners may avoid income tax under a Labour plan, but ex-minister Steve Webb calls it 'unfair' to 2.5m already paying. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to a tax 'workaround' ensuring state pensioners won't pay income tax on their pensions this parliament. Full details on the new personal allowance plan.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges state pensioners won't need to file Self-Assessment forms on retirement benefits for this Parliament, offering relief as pension values rise.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends tax threshold freeze to 2031, dragging more pensioners into tax. Experts warn of unfairness and hardship for those on low incomes. Read the full analysis.
Thousands of retirees relying on state pension top-ups are being sent tax demands of around £800, falling outside Labour's new exemption. Discover the impact of frozen thresholds.
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.
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.
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as frozen tax thresholds will push state pensioners with small private savings into paying income tax from 2027. Experts warn of financial strain.
Thousands of UK pensioners could be missing out on up to £441 a month in Attendance Allowance from the DWP. This non-means-tested support is available for common conditions like arthritis. Discover if you qualify.
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.
Over 13 million state pensioners in the UK could be eligible for crucial financial support, including Pension Credit, Council Tax help, and heating cost assistance. Check your eligibility now.
State pensioners who retired before 2016 are set for a £9,615 annual payment increase from April. However, experts warn the frozen tax threshold could pull many into income tax by 2027.
UK state pensioners receiving the DWP's £300 winter fuel payment have been given a crucial tax update. An expert clarifies if the clawback pushes incomes into a higher tax bracket, affecting savings allowances.
The government has rejected calls to double the Personal Tax Allowance for state pensioners, citing cost and targeting issues. Over 30,000 signed the petition.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes income tax thresholds for 3 years, creating a 'two-tier' pension tax system. Critics warn it penalises savers. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms low-income pensioners won't pay income tax from 2027. Get the full details on the tax perk and what it means for you.
Pensioners aged 80+ receiving a low basic State Pension may qualify for a monthly top-up of up to £422.80 from the DWP. Check your eligibility now.
A stark warning is issued as thousands of state pensioners die with outstanding mortgage debt, leaving families to foot the bill. Discover the scale of the crisis and the call for new lending solutions.
Pensioners born before 1951 will see a £440 annual increase from April 2026 under the triple lock. Discover how the two-tier system affects payments and the future of the policy.
UK drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will face a new pay-per-mile tax from April 2028. Find out the rates and how it could affect your motoring costs.
Over 13 million people have reached State Pension age and may qualify for DWP support. Pension Credit provides £4,300 on average to 1.4 million low-income pensioners. Check your eligibility now.