Reeves' pension tax raid on salary sacrifice
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans a Budget tax raid on pension salary sacrifice, potentially raising £4bn. Critics warn it will hit ordinary workers' retirement savings. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans a Budget tax raid on pension salary sacrifice, potentially raising £4bn. Critics warn it will hit ordinary workers' retirement savings. Read the full analysis.
A new £300m green energy hub in Carrington will create over 700 jobs and store wind power for the national grid, welcomed by Mayor Andy Burnham. Discover how this boosts the UK's net-zero ambitions.
Over half of UK drivers remain unaware of 2012 tyre labelling laws. Discover how understanding wet grip ratings could prevent accidents and keep you legal.
National Trust members who funded a £3m roof repair at Coughton Court will get 10 free visiting days in 2026 after the Throckmorton family took back management. Discover the details.
Lloyds Bank's third green retrofit loan of 2025 will upgrade over 11,000 social homes, supporting 2,000 skilled construction jobs. Discover how this initiative boosts energy efficiency.
Millions in National Lottery prizes remain unclaimed across the UK. Check if you're sitting on a life-changing winning ticket before the 180-day deadline expires.
DWP is issuing £921 state pension payments throughout November. Discover how your National Insurance number determines your payment date and what this means for retirees.
Step back in time with these remarkable photos from Macclesfield's archives, showing carnival parades, market days, and coal hauling from 1900-1970s. Discover Cheshire's hidden history.
Two Birmingham men are on the run after a £20m heroin shipment, concealed in pomegranate juice, was seized. Shamut Khan and Matiullah Zamankhel are wanted by the NCA. Contact authorities with information.
Sujanth Ketheeswararasa, 30, detained in Liverpool over alleged child rape in France. NCA officers made arrest as extradition proceedings begin. Full hearing set for March 2026.
A father and son avoided jail after smuggling £20m of heroin into Birmingham hidden in pomegranate juice. Two other suspects remain at large in this major NCA bust.
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
Discover Lapworth, a picturesque Warwickshire village boasting two stunning National Trust properties, a historic canal network, and charming country pubs.
A Birmingham lottery player has missed out on a £1 million fortune after failing to claim their winning ticket within the 180-day deadline. The money will now support local good causes.
An Afghan national has pleaded guilty to raping a teenage girl in a Birmingham park. The 21-year-old faces sentencing next month for the horrific attack.
A woman was hospitalised after a two-vehicle collision on Aldridge Road in Walsall during Friday morning rush hour. Bus services were diverted. Get the latest traffic updates.
The UK government's proposed £2,000 salary sacrifice cap could hinder retirement savings, experts warn. Discover the impact on your pension and what it means for your future.
Morrisons is celebrating the launch of National Mince Pie Day by giving away 50,000 free mince pies this Saturday, November 22. Find out how to claim yours and discover other festive deals.
National Grid invites Ogmore Valley communities to share views on connecting a new 25MW wind farm to South Wales' electricity network. Have your say until January 5, 2026.
A British woman is among five tourists found dead after a severe snowstorm in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Four survivors were located. Read the full story.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% for the first time since March. Sir Keir Starmer welcomes the news but warns more work is needed on the cost of living. Read the full analysis.
Home Office discloses 77 unresolved Troubles-era deaths in England as MPs debate new legacy legislation, ending immunity for terrorists and establishing an independent commission.
The UK government introduces new Troubles legislation to investigate unsolved killings and provide answers for bereaved families. Learn about the new Legacy Commission.
A serious multi-vehicle collision has shut the M6 northbound between J8 and J9, causing 75-minute delays. Avoid the area and check for updates.
Discover the exact spot in New South Wales where the I'm A Celebrity camp is filmed and the history behind its iconic jungle setting. Explore the location now!
Aston Villa's Donyell Malen silences critics with a fantastic solo goal for Holland, showcasing the form that is revitalising his career under Unai Emery. Read more.
Poland manager Jan Urban reveals Aston Villa defender Matty Cash missed the Malta match due to discomfort, raising concerns for Villa's upcoming fixtures. Get the latest team news.
Aston Villa defender Matty Cash reveals his new long-term contract, commitment to the club under Unai Emery, and a future ambition to play for Legia Warsaw. Read the full interview.
Greater Manchester is spearheading the fight against cyber attacks costing the UK economy £14.7bn annually. Discover how new government legislation aims to protect critical services.
Over 600 properties in Nottinghamshire are without power after a high voltage incident. National Grid engineers are working to restore supply. Full list of affected NG12 postcodes inside.