Major haul of illegal tobacco and fakes seized in Wolverhampton
Trading standards and police seized over 54,000 cigarettes and fake perfumes in Wolverhampton raids. Action is now being taken against the businesses involved. Read the full update.
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Stealth tax rule leaves UK households £1,142 worse off
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.
DWP urged to intervene over state pension tax letters
The DWP faces calls to clarify tax rules as the Triple Lock pushes state pensions near the tax threshold. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has pledged retirees won't be taxed on this income. Read the full analysis.
DWP announces 3.8% benefit increase from April 2026
The DWP has confirmed a 3.8% increase in weekly payments for PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance, and Carer's Allowance, effective April 2026. See the new rates and how they affect you.
Second Tamworth shop closed for illegal goods
A second Tamworth shop has been forced to close for three months after being caught selling illegal and counterfeit tobacco. Read how the council and police are tackling crime on the high street.
London Councils Demand E-Bike Safety Crackdown
London boroughs urge government action against unsafe e-bikes and batteries sold online. New powers and fines sought to protect public safety in the capital.
£150k Fake Goods Seized in Bescot Market Raid
Walsall Council seized counterfeit Apple AirPods and other goods worth £150,000 from three stalls at Bescot Market. The operation highlights the ongoing fight against dangerous fake products.
Martin Lewis warns of 40% tax hit on ISA savings
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies ISA inheritance rules. Your tax-free savings could be subject to a 40% HMRC charge upon death. Learn how to protect your assets.
Martin Lewis explains ISA 'additional allowance' rules
Money expert Martin Lewis details how surviving spouses can inherit an ISA allowance, keeping savings tax-free. He also warns of a crucial 40% Inheritance Tax risk.
HMRC breaks silence on pensioner tax allowance petition
The government has rejected calls to double the Personal Tax Allowance for state pensioners, citing cost and targeting issues. Over 30,000 signed the petition.
HMRC Scrapping Paper Letters for Millions of Taxpayers
HMRC will stop sending standard letters from April 2026, switching to digital communications. Millions must ensure contact details are correct to avoid missing vital updates.
1.1m Missing Out on £110 Weekly DWP Attendance Allowance
Over a million UK pensioners are missing out on a vital DWP benefit worth up to £110.40 per week. Learn about Attendance Allowance eligibility, rates, and how to claim.
Calls for £20,000 Personal Tax-Free Allowance Grow
A public petition urges the Labour government and HMRC to raise the personal allowance from £12,570 to £20,000, offering families potential savings of nearly £3,000. Over 28,000 have signed.
UK raids 2,700 shops in illegal vape and phone crackdown
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
HMRC Sends New Tax Codes to UK Households
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.
UK Tax-Free Income Boost: Rent a Room for £7,500
Discover how HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme lets UK households earn up to £7,500 tax-free annually, potentially raising your total tax-free allowance to £20,070. Learn the rules and see if you qualify.
Labour's tax break for state pensioners with no other income
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms retirees whose sole income is the state pension will not pay tax or file returns, even if the pension exceeds the personal allowance. A major administrative win for pensioners.
Petition for £20k Tax Allowance Hits 30k Signatures
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.
HMRC Rule Lets Households Pass On £1M Tax-Free
Money expert Martin Lewis explains how married couples can use HMRC rules to leave up to £1 million to their children without paying Inheritance Tax. Learn the crucial legal steps.
Pensioners Face Tax on State Pension Due to Triple Lock
Rising State Pension values, driven by the Triple Lock, could soon push retirees over the frozen tax threshold. Martin Lewis's Cash ISA tip may offer a solution. Learn how to protect your income.
Pensioners face tax on state pension as Triple Lock rises
UK state pensioners with small private incomes face HMRC tax demands. The Triple Lock pushes pensions close to the frozen tax-free allowance, creating a political dilemma. Read the key facts.
HMRC warning for thousands on three tax codes
HMRC issues a warning to UK workers about emergency tax codes like W1, M1, and X. Learn what your tax code means and how to check you're not overpaying.
Pensioners face tax demands due to Triple Lock
Due to the Triple Lock, state pensioners with modest private pensions could soon receive tax demands from HMRC as incomes near the personal allowance threshold. Discover the implications.
Electric blanket warning after 37% fail safety tests
UK households urged to check electric blankets after Oxfordshire safety tests reveal over a third are dangerous. Learn how to stay safe this winter.
Earn Millions by Reporting Tax Evasion to HMRC
UK households could earn millions by reporting tax evasion under a new HMRC rewards scheme. Find out how to report and what you could earn.
HMRC raises tax-free allowance by £1,260 for couples
UK couples can claim a tax break worth up to £1,260. Learn how the Marriage Allowance works, who qualifies, and how to backdate your claim for four years.
HMRC Letters for Savers with £3,500+ in Accounts
Nearly 900,000 UK households with £3,500 or more in savings may receive HMRC letters about tax on interest. Check your Personal Savings Allowance now to avoid surprises.
Child Benefit rates to increase from April 2026
HMRC confirms Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance will rise by 3.8% from April 2026. Plus, how families can save £2,000 yearly with Tax-Free Childcare.
HMRC's mandatory tax adviser register starts May 2026
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.
Shop forced to close after illegal vapes and cigarettes raid
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
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