Middle earners up to £52k hit hardest by budget changes
Analysis reveals workers earning up to £52,000 will be worst affected by a 'triple whammy' of tax and policy changes from the Autumn Budget. Discover the key impacts.
Analysis reveals workers earning up to £52,000 will be worst affected by a 'triple whammy' of tax and policy changes from the Autumn Budget. Discover the key impacts.
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.
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.
Major UK retailers criticise the government for delaying until 2029 the end of a tax break for cheap imports from Shein and Temu, warning of unfair competition. Read the full story.
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.
A three-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold could leave new graduates struggling with bills. The NUS warns it risks pushing repayments 'dangerously close' to minimum wage earnings.
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.
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.
Labour's Pensions Minister confirms auto-enrolment thresholds will stay frozen, potentially reducing take-home pay. Experts warn of a squeeze for workers and tax implications for pensioners. Read the full analysis.
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.
Millions of pensioners have received Winter Fuel Payments, but those earning over £35,000 will repay via tax codes. Find out how the new rules affect you.
Carers speak out after receiving brutal DWP letters demanding thousands in overpayments due to a 'cliff edge' earnings rule. Read the full story of the ongoing scandal.
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.
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.
A public petition urging the government to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000 has passed 30,000 signatures, piling pressure on Labour. Find out what happens next.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms frozen tax bands, dragging millions into higher rates. Discover how fiscal drag impacts your income and pension. Sign up for our money-saving newsletter.
HMRC will launch a mandatory register for all tax advisers in May 2026. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and the £36m investment to modernise services.
HMRC can now track your online sales on platforms like Vinted and eBay. Exceeding thresholds could lead to fines or criminal investigation. Declare your side hustle now.
Frozen tax thresholds have dragged over 720,000 more people into the 45% additional rate band, taking the total beyond one million. Discover how this 'stealth tax' impacts the economy.
Pensioners born before 1953 will receive a £8.45 weekly state pension increase from April 2026 due to the triple lock. Discover the financial impact.
A Universal Credit claimant fights the DWP after payments were stopped over an alleged £16,000 in savings they insist they never had. Discover the full story and what to do if it happens to you.
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
HMRC has clarified its tax refund process, confirming payments will reach UK households within eight weeks. Learn how to claim your money and avoid common pitfalls.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash ISA allowances from £20,000 to £10,000, exposing millions to tax bills. Act now to protect your savings before November 26 budget.
New analysis reveals extending the income tax threshold freeze could force 10 million pensioners to pay income tax. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to extend the income tax threshold freeze to 2030, potentially dragging millions into higher tax bands. Discover how this 'stealth tax' could impact your finances.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 state pension rise for 2026/27 under the triple lock. Discover how this increase affects pensioners and the looming tax threshold issue.
Money expert Martin Lewis explains why state pensioners may soon pay tax, even without other income. Learn how frozen thresholds and April's increase impact you.