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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.

£75k earners face 60% effective tax rates

New analysis reveals how middle-income professionals face crippling effective tax rates as frozen thresholds create stealth tax raid on salaries above £75,000.

HMRC slashing state pensions by up to £3,300

Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.

HMRC's new tax powers hit UK households

HMRC is implementing new 'one-to-many' compliance powers that could see working households across Britain receive unexpected tax code changes and demands for underpaid tax.

Labour's Winter Fuel Payment overhaul targets millions

Exclusive: Labour's proposed changes to Winter Fuel Payments could see millions of pensioners facing colder winters as eligibility tightens. Discover how the new means-tested system will work and which households will be affected.

Rachel Reeves' 6-Point Transport Revolution

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major transport reforms that could save drivers money while accelerating Britain's green transition. Discover how these changes will affect you.

Labour breaks silence on 2030 petrol car ban

The new Labour government has finally clarified its position on the controversial 2030 petrol and diesel car ban, revealing crucial details about exemptions and implementation plans that will affect millions of motorists.

Car tax shock: Drivers face £230 annual charges

Millions of motorists are set to see their vehicle tax bills skyrocket to £230 per year as new zero-emission vehicle rules come into force, creating a financial headache for drivers across the UK.

Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Revolution Proposed

The UK government is considering a radical overhaul of vehicle taxation that would charge drivers based on miles travelled rather than vehicle ownership. This major policy shift could replace traditional road tax and fuel duty with a new digital tracking

HMRC's £3,000 refund for 200,000 taxpayers

Nearly 200,000 people across the UK are due surprise payments of up to £3,000 from HMRC after being overcharged for tax credits, providing vital relief during the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Reeves faces Labour revolt over two-child benefit cap

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure from Labour MPs and anti-poverty campaigners to abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit as new figures reveal 1.6 million children are affected.

HMRC's marriage tax trap costs couples thousands

Millions of married couples across the UK risk unexpected tax bills as HMRC launches fresh compliance checks on Marriage Allowance claims. Discover if you're affected and how to protect your finances.

£46k+ Earners Face Higher Tax in Fiscal Drag Squeeze

New analysis reveals how the frozen income tax threshold is dragging more workers into higher tax brackets amid the cost of living crisis. Discover if your salary makes you one of the 'fiscal drag' victims.

Reeves targets 'ghost children' in £1.4bn school reform

Labour's Shadow Chancellor unveils ambitious plan to tackle the attendance crisis, fund mental health support in schools, and scrap 'outdated' VAT breaks for private schools to create a fairer education system.

2025 Budget: Tax Rises Expected in November

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing significant tax increases in the November 2025 Budget amid challenging economic forecasts, with experts predicting tough decisions ahead for UK households and businesses.

Birmingham Clean Air Zone fee may rise to £10

Exclusive: The new Labour government is reviewing plans to significantly increase the fee motorists pay for driving into Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, potentially raising it from £8 to £10 per day.

HMRC Sends Tax Code Letters to Millions

Millions of UK taxpayers are receiving crucial letters from HMRC about tax code changes that could significantly impact their finances. Here's what you need to know.

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