Fuel duty freeze saves average driver £49 next year
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the 5p fuel duty cut until August 2026, offering motorists a £49 saving. The move is forecast to help reduce inflation.
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UK Snow Maps Ice Blue with -6C Freeze and Blizzards
New weather maps reveal a deep freeze hitting the UK after Christmas, with temperatures plunging to -6C in Scotland and snow likely for England. Read the full forecast and travel warnings.
Tax receipts jump £41.8bn after Reeves' Budget
HMRC data reveals a £41.8bn rise in tax receipts to £579bn, driven by threshold freezes. Read the full analysis of the Chancellor's fiscal impact.
£3 bus fare cap makes festive travel affordable
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
UK Snow Forecast: 2cm Expected as New Year Begins
Weather maps predict up to 2cm of snow hitting parts of England on January 1st. Find out the exact timing and which regions are most at risk.
Midlands set for snow over Christmas and New Year
Weather maps turn purple as snow is forecast for parts of Staffordshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire from New Year's Eve. Get the latest Midlands weather news.
Six inches of snow forecast for UK New Year's Eve
Fresh weather maps warn a 'snow bomb' could hit the UK, bringing up to six inches of snow by December 31st. Scotland, the Midlands and the North are most at risk. Read the latest forecast.
Boy, 15, charged with murder of girl, 9, in Weston-super-Mare
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the death of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare. Police confirm a single stab wound was the cause.
Carragher: Rogers Could Win Player of the Year
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher hails Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers as 'special' and a potential Player of the Year candidate who could drive a Premier League title challenge. Read his full analysis.
Nine-year-old girl murdered in Weston-super-Mare
A murder investigation is underway after a nine-year-old girl was found dead at a property in Weston-super-Mare. A man is in custody as police appeal for privacy.
Girl, 9, found dead in Weston-super-Mare, boy arrested
A nine-year-old girl has been found dead at a property in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare. A teenage boy is in custody on suspicion of murder. Police urge the public not to speculate.
HMRC's Christmas bonus tax warning for UK workers
HMRC issues a warning to UK employees receiving Christmas bonuses. Experts explain how tax bands can slash your take-home pay and offer smart strategies, like pension sacrifice, to protect your money.
UK Winter Solstice: Dates for Later Sunsets Revealed
The winter solstice marks the shortest day on December 21. Discover when your city will see sunsets after 5pm again and the Met Office's snow forecast. Read more.
HMRC Tax Freeze to Cost Workers Thousands by 2031
The Autumn Budget's extended income tax threshold freeze until 2031 is a 'stealth tax' costing workers up to £4,420. Discover the generational split and financial impact.
UK faces -5C freeze in five counties after Christmas
An icy blast is set to hit five UK counties after Christmas, with temperatures plunging to -5C. Discover which areas are most at risk and the latest Met Office forecast.
Tesco's butter freezing tip to save cash at Christmas
Tesco advises shoppers to freeze butter to extend its life and save money. With prices rising, this simple hack can reduce food waste and help household budgets.
Labour's 'Two-Tier' Pension Tax Sparks Outrage
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes income tax thresholds for 3 years, creating a 'two-tier' pension tax system. Critics warn it penalises savers. Read the full analysis.
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.
Teenager Allegedly Gang-Raped in Paris KFC Toilets
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly dragged into a KFC toilet and gang-raped by four men in Paris. Police arrested suspects after passers-by found the traumatised victim. Read the full report.
Nominate Now for HBBC Active Awards 2026
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council seeks nominations for its 2026 Active Awards. Celebrate coaches, volunteers, clubs & individuals making a difference in community sport & wellbeing. Deadline: 5 Jan 2026.
14,000 UK households get IHT bills after gifts fail
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.
Six December Driving Law Changes for UK Motorists
Six major driving law changes hit in December 2025, impacting EV owners, petrol drivers, and London commuters. Get the full details on pay-per-mile, fuel duty, and the Congestion Charge shift.
State pension tax freeze creates 'means-testing by proxy'
A pensions expert condemns the government's tax threshold freeze as unfair 'means-testing by proxy', creating a two-tier system for retirees. Read the full analysis.
Tesco Mobile freezes prices for 5.4m customers
Tesco Mobile pledges to freeze basic monthly prices for its 5.4 million customers, offering bill certainty amid widespread mid-contract hikes from rivals like O2.
Martin Lewis Warns of 'Biggest Tax Rising Measure'
Martin Lewis explains how the extended tax threshold freeze until 2031 will push millions into higher tax brackets. Discover what fiscal drag means for your wallet.
Martin Lewis Explains Autumn Budget Benefit Rules
Martin Lewis clarifies three confusing benefit rules from Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, explaining fiscal drag and how tax freezes will impact millions of UK households.
Martin Lewis warns graduates on student loan changes
Martin Lewis warns graduates earning over £29,385 will pay more due to a student loan threshold freeze announced in the Autumn Budget. Find out how it affects you.
1,300 face HMRC punishment for family gifts
HMRC is punishing 1,300 people for gifting money to family. IHT on gifts surged 153% to £256m. Learn how to avoid tax penalties.
Reeves' Second Budget Unveils Tax Rises and Support
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Budget with tax increases on alcohol, property and income to fill a £7.6bn fiscal gap, while scrapping the two-child benefit cap to lift 450,000 children from poverty.
Autumn Budget Delays Financial Pain Until 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delays the main financial impact until 2028, just before an election. Discover how tax freezes and new measures will affect UK households.
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