Dudley Council row over £8k parish council survey
Labour demands apology after £8,000 survey on Cradley parish council, funded as part of a Tory-Lib Dem budget deal, is overwhelmingly rejected by residents. Read the full story.
Labour demands apology after £8,000 survey on Cradley parish council, funded as part of a Tory-Lib Dem budget deal, is overwhelmingly rejected by residents. Read the full story.
Struggling UK households can apply for a £150 payment from the Household Support Fund from 9am on Monday 8 December. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.
Greenwich Council launches new Household Support Grant with £250 payments for vulnerable residents this Christmas. Find out if you qualify for the financial support.
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.
New £70 supermarket vouchers from the Household Support Fund will be automatically issued to eligible households in Wakefield from December 3rd. Find out if you qualify.
Cash-poor pensioners could be charged 8% interest on deferred payments for Labour's new 'high value council tax surcharge'. Experts warn of a debt trap for asset-rich retirees.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers doubling council tax for top bands, potentially forcing pensioners from homes. Learn the impact and reaction.
Solihull Council sees complaints soar to a three-year peak while making crucial decisions on parish mergers, historic building conversions, and the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover the full story.
Labour will use aerial photography from satellites to value properties over £2m for its new Mansion Tax. Critics call it a 'Big Brother' policy that could drive wealthy residents away.
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.
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Thousands of UK state pensioners could be forced to sell their homes due to new council tax surcharges of up to £7,500 annually. Learn about the impact and expert warnings.
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.
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget targets workers, savers, and high-value property owners with new taxes and freezes. Discover the key financial changes and who benefits.
A new council tax surcharge on properties over £2m could affect 2.4 million households. Discover the new bands and what it means for you.
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
Lymphoma Support Group Cornwall offers vital emotional support and practical guidance to nearly 1,400 local patients. Find community and hope this Christmas.
Blackpool Council launches Household Support Fund offering £200-£300 payments to residents in financial difficulty. Check your eligibility and apply now.
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.
Over 100,000 UK households in council tax bands F, G and H face an average £4,500 surcharge from Wednesday. Labour's new property levy sparks housing market concerns.
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.
Claimants of five key DWP benefits may be eligible for a council tax reduction. Check with your local council now to see if you can lower your payments.
Worcester City Council plans to charge extra council tax on 200 properties empty for over a year. The move aims to bring homes back into use and generate revenue.
HMRC increases the Blind Person's Allowance to £3,130, lifting the total tax-free personal allowance to £15,700. Discover if you're eligible and how to claim.
HMRC advises thousands of UK households to use a specific four-word phrase when calling to resolve tax code issues. Learn how to update your tax-free allowance efficiently.
Nearly 80,000 pensioners face a punishing 60% effective tax rate due to a frozen tax threshold. Discover how this 'tax trap' works and what you can do.
Struggling UK households could receive a £500 payment from the Household Support Fund. Check if you're eligible and apply before the 31 March 2026 deadline.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could double council tax for top bands and introduce a 'mansion tax'. Discover how these changes might affect your household finances.
Thousands of state pensioners in Derbyshire are receiving a one-off £110 payment to help with the cost of living. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim.