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Over 260,000 households save £325 on average via WaterSure. See if you qualify for the bill cap on Universal Credit, Pension Credit & other benefits.
An interactive map reveals the West Midlands' most expensive streets, with mansions over £2m. This follows the new 'mansion tax' announced in the Budget. Explore the exclusive postcodes.
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.
Warwick District Council must repay double council tax charged on second homes after admitting it 'acted outside the law'. A procedural mistake forces a costly U-turn.
OVO Energy advises UK households that reducing thermostat temperature by just one degree could cut £90 from yearly bills. Learn more simple tips to slash costs.
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.
The Energy Saving Trust reveals how cavity wall insulation can cut £240 from annual energy costs for many UK households. Discover if your home is suitable and the key steps to take.
The Animal Welfare Bill has become law, banning the import of young, mutilated, and heavily pregnant pets. Discover how this crackdown protects animals and buyers.
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.
The Labour government confirms a £150 annual energy bill reduction for all households in England, Scotland, and Wales from April 2026, including those on fixed tariffs. Ministers pressure suppliers to pass on savings.
The DWP gains seven new powers, including bank account checks and direct cash deductions, to tackle benefits fraud. Critics warn of risks to privacy and vulnerable claimants.
Birmingham City Council faces public fury over the year-long bins strike, with costs exceeding £14m. Read the latest on the political fallout and why a resolution remains elusive.
Reform UK councillor accuses Tories of 'misogynistic bullying' over MP attack. Row erupts over future of Sedgley's Ladies Walk centre. 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.
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 has sent inheritance tax demands to 14,000 households after gifts given before death fell foul of the seven-year rule. Discover the tax rates and expert advice.
Uswitch reveals festive decorations could add £15.87 to your energy bill this December. See the full list of costs and tips to save money on your Christmas lights.
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.
Over 6 million households across England, Scotland and Wales will receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Check if you qualify for this energy bill support.
MPs warn new DWP powers to scan bank accounts could lead to 100,000 innocent benefit claimants being wrongly investigated. Learn how this affects civil liberties.
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.