Cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 from April 2027
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms major ISA rule changes. The tax-free cash ISA allowance will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 for under-65s from April 2027. Learn what it means for your savings.
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DWP: No State Pension for Terminally Ill Under 66
DWP minister Stephen Timms has ruled out a state pension-level income for terminally ill people under 66, but outlined existing fast-track benefit support. Learn about the Special Rules for End of Life.
Pubs hit with £150m business rates rise in 2026
British pubs warn of soaring bills and closures as a £150 million business rates increase looms. Industry leaders call for urgent government support to save local pubs.
Budget 2025: Alcohol Duty to Rise from February 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will increase in line with inflation from February 2026, adding pence to your favourite drinks. See the full price list here.
Dudley MP in Parliament Misleading Claims Row
Labour MP Sonia Kumar hits back at Dudley Conservatives after being accused of misleading Parliament over Ladies Walk Health Centre closure claims. Get the full story.
HMRC's 2027 ISA Crackdown: New Charges Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major ISA shake-up. From 2027, the cash ISA limit falls to £12,000, with new charges for 'cash-like' stocks and shares ISA holdings.
Search and Rescue Vehicles Exempt from Car Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
Cash ISA Allowance Slashed to £12,000
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the tax-free Cash ISA allowance will be reduced from £20,000 to £12,000 from April 2027. Discover how this impacts your savings.
Woman dies in Harborne hit-and-run, man arrested
A woman in her 70s has died after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road in Harborne. A 39-year-old man has been arrested. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
185,000 Carer's Allowance payments under DWP review
The DWP is reviewing Carer's Allowance overpayments for 185,000 unpaid carers, with debts potentially being written off. Discover the latest on this major policy shift.
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget: Key Details
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver the Autumn Budget on November 26, focusing on NHS waiting lists, national debt, and the cost of living. Discover the key announcements.
First Ever PIP Review Led by Disabled People
The DWP has announced the first full review of Personal Independence Payment, co-chaired by disabled experts. Find out how this historic change puts lived experience at the forefront.
DWP confirms PIP assessment recording is opt-in
The DWP has clarified that PIP claimants must currently opt-in to have assessments recorded, but plans to switch to automatic recording with opt-out options in future reforms.
Man charged with murder after death in Hanley flat
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after Stephen Lovatt was found dead in a flat on Linfield Road, Hanley. Police are appealing for information.
New PIP test shows if claimants meet DWP threshold
A new online PIP test helps claimants check if they meet the proposed DWP points threshold. Labour's Stephen Timms leads a review ahead of potential 2026 changes.
The Running Man remake starring Glen Powell hits UK cinemas
Glen Powell leads the new adaptation of Stephen King's The Running Man. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the dystopian thriller in cinemas now.
DWP: No PIP changes for lifelong conditions until review
The DWP has ruled out immediate PIP changes for lifelong conditions like Type 1 diabetes. A comprehensive review, co-produced with disabled people, will report in autumn 2026.
Carer's Allowance Under Review Amid £251m Scandal
Labour confirms Carer's Allowance is under review as over 144,000 carers face £251m in overpayment debts. Discover the impact and calls for reform.
£300 EV Charge for High-Mileage Drivers from 2028
Labour's new 3p per mile car tax for electric vehicles could cost drivers £300 annually from April 2028. Plan your motoring budget now.
Diesel drivers hit with 15p per mile charge in new plan
Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile scheme could charge diesel drivers 15p per mile while EV owners face 3p. Learn how the new tax plan affects motorists across the UK.
Energy bills could be cut by £200 in Budget
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash energy bills by up to £200. Key measures include VAT cuts and removing green levies. Find out how this affects you.
Pension pots could be slashed by £50,000 in cuts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to cap tax-free pension contributions, potentially costing high earners nearly £50,000. Discover the full impact of the Autumn Budget.
Five groups excluded from Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP has confirmed five groups who will not receive the £200-£300 Winter Fuel Payment. Find out if you are affected and what support may be available.
MAFS UK 2025: Leisha and Reiss Relationship Status
Discover the fate of MAFS UK 2025 couple Leisha and Reiss after their dramatic Final Vows. Did the intruder couple survive the experiment? Find out now!
Reeves urged to scrap crippling alcohol tax hike
Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.
Income Tax Rise Warning for Millions in UK Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves hints at breaking Labour's manifesto pledge with an income tax increase in the November Budget. Discover how this could impact your finances.
697,000 Classic Car Owners Face Tax Threat
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a car tax shake-up targeting 697,000 classic vehicle owners. Learn how this potential 'tax grab' could impact Britain's motoring heritage.
Liverpool man guilty of murder after Jagerbomb 'bromance'
Stephen Bates convicted of murdering Martin O'Donovan, 47, by running him down with a Ford Fiesta hours after a family party. Read the full tragic story from Liverpool Crown Court.
UK workers face £240 pay cut in pension rule change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Statement could impose a £240 annual pay cut for thousands through pension tax changes. Discover how this affects your finances.
Stricter MOTs & New 3p Per Mile Electric Car Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to announce a 3p per mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, with stricter MOTs potentially used for enforcement. Experts warn of cost impacts.
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