DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
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Labour confirms pay-per-mile car tax for EV drivers
Labour's Autumn Budget confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles from 2028, potentially costing drivers £250 extra annually. Get the full details on this controversial u-turn.
Petition demands £800 weekly Carer's Allowance from DWP
A Parliamentary petition calls for Carer's Allowance to rise to £800 weekly, highlighting the £83.30 current rate for 35+ hours of care. Read the full story and learn how this could impact UK carers.
UK households face £500 HMRC bill in tax shake-up
Millions of working households could receive a £500 annual bill from HMRC due to proposed dividend tax changes. Learn how this impacts investors and savings.
Labour's pay-per-mile car tax u-turn confusion
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander rules out national pay-per-mile road pricing, but sources suggest she misspoke. Confusion grows ahead of November Budget.
Labour's 10% Council Tax Hike Plan Revealed
Millions of UK households face council tax hikes of up to 10% as Labour considers removing the referendum requirement. Discover how this affects you.
3 Million Sign Digital ID Petition, Prompting Debate
A petition against the UK's proposed digital ID cards has garnered nearly 3 million signatures, triggering a Parliamentary debate for December 2025. Discover the arguments for and against the scheme.
DWP: No State Pension Means-Testing Under Labour
The DWP has officially confirmed the Labour government will not means-test the State Pension, addressing fears raised in Parliament. Read the full political exchange.
Pensioners face 87% inheritance tax under Labour
Labour's plan to close a pension tax loophole could see some retirees facing an effective 87% inheritance tax rate from April 2027. Experts warn this requires urgent financial planning.
Older drivers resist Labour's 2030 petrol car ban
Data reveals a generational split as over-55s refuse to switch to electric vehicles, while younger motorists are twice as likely to adopt EVs. Discover the impact on Labour's green targets.
Government rejects £20,000 tax-free allowance petition
HM Treasury has officially rejected calls to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000, warning it would cost £50bn annually and risk essential public services.
Petition to save Walsall Leather Museum gains 1,000 signatures
A petition to save Walsall Leather Museum from relocation has surpassed 1,800 signatures. Locals demand transparency from the council over plans to move the museum for a SEND college.
Pensioner Tax Allowance Petition Awaits Government Reply
A petition demanding a doubled personal tax allowance for state pensioners is set to receive an official government response within 48 hours. Will the Treasury act?
Labour breaks silence on classic car tax rule
The Labour government has addressed calls to end the Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for classic cars. Find out what this means for thousands of UK drivers.
Anger at Perry Barr wedding venue dubbed 'nightmare'
Residents demand action against Badshah Palace banqueting suite over noise, parking and anti-social behaviour. Councillor's petition aims to change venue usage.
British Gas warns Labour's Net Zero could hike bills
British Gas CEO Chris O'Shea warns Labour's rapid Net Zero transition could create unaffordable energy prices. Read the full analysis of this critical energy bill warning.
Petition: Scrap Basic State Pension for New Rate
A parliamentary petition urges the DWP to abolish the Basic State Pension and pay the higher New State Pension rate to all pensioners, bridging a £53.80 weekly gap.
IPPR Proposes 100% Council Tax Rise for Band H
Think tank IPPR urges Labour to introduce a 100% council tax rise for Band H properties and 50% for Bands F-G, cutting bills for 80% of households. A fairer system?
Labour to scrap Police and Crime Commissioners
Labour announces it will scrap Police and Crime Commissioners, calling them a 'failed experiment'. The move aims to save £100m for frontline policing.
WASPI women issued 'hard to believe' update
WASPI women receive a crucial update as the Labour government retakes the compensation decision. A finance expert calls the DWP's communication failure 'hard to believe'.
20-year minimum sentence proposed for dangerous driving
A new petition demands mandatory 20-year sentences for fatal drug-driving offences and permanent licence bans. The government must respond if it reaches 10,000 signatures.
Free Bus Pass Eligibility Under Labour Revealed
Millions could claim a free bus pass under Labour government schemes. Check if you're eligible based on age or disability criteria. Contact your local council today.
181,000 petition against school holiday price hikes
Over 180,000 people sign a petition against 'unfair' school holiday prices, as MPs debate fines for term-time absences. Is it time for travel firms to change?
DWP Benefits Get 3.8% Increase Next April
Key DWP benefits including PIP and Carer's Allowance are set for a 3.8% increase next April, following the Labour government's November budget. Find out the new payment rates.
Automatic £10 Christmas Bonus for UK Pensioners
The DWP confirms an automatic £10 Christmas Bonus for all eligible state pensioners in December. Find out if you qualify and the payment's history.
Walsall councillors resign from Labour in £20m row
Two Walsall councillors have resigned from the Labour party, claiming residents have been 'sidelined' in a dispute over a £20m government funding board for Darlaston.
Starbucks changes coffee beans ahead of UK sugar law
Starbucks is trialling naturally sweeter coffee beans to reduce sugary syrup use ahead of new UK legislation. Discover the customer reaction and store closure plans.
DWP change to cost households £700 each
Millions of UK households face a £700 annual bill after Labour's welfare U-turn. Sickness benefits set to surge by £27bn by 2030. Read the full analysis.
Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.
Reeves unveils £22bn economic rescue package for UK
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major economic reforms including housebuilding revolution, planning system overhaul and infrastructure investment in first speech.
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