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.
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Rachel Reeves Overhauls VED: Luxury Car Tax Hike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major Vehicle Excise Duty reforms targeting luxury cars and gas-guzzlers while offering relief for ordinary drivers in Labour's first budget.
Budget 2025: PIP and Universal Credit Changes Confirmed
Chancellor's autumn budget confirms significant welfare reforms affecting millions of claimants across the UK. Discover how PIP assessments and Universal Credit payments are set to change.
Council's £11.5m children's services overspend crisis
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
M&S 'Trendy Next' Jacket: Luxury Look, Affordable Price
Shoppers are raving about a surprisingly affordable jacket from M&S that rivals designer versions. Discover why this 'Trendy Next' find is causing a fashion frenzy across the UK.
Download Festival 2026: Shock Headliner Predictions
Exclusive early rumours suggest Download Festival 2026 might break tradition with potential headliners including Rage Against The Machine and Bring Me The Horizon.
Farage's Reform UK spending plans face financial scrutiny
Reform UK faces mounting criticism over its election spending proposals as experts question the party's financial calculations and funding sources.
Aldi Dethroned as UK's Cheapest Supermarket
In a dramatic turn of events, Aldi has lost its crown as Britain's most affordable supermarket after 15 months of dominance. The latest price comparison reveals a new budget champion that's shaking up the grocery landscape.
Birmingham Council Faces Pressure for Financial Crisis Inquiry
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Wetherspoons introduces 15p drink charge in pricing shake-up
JD Wetherspoons is rolling out a major pricing overhaul across its 809 UK pubs, introducing a flat 15p charge for certain drinks while reducing prices on others in a bold hospitality move.
Birmingham Council meeting disrupted by protestors
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.
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's £225m IT crisis forces council tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham City Council's disastrous Oracle IT implementation created a financial black hole, forcing service cuts and council tax hikes across the city.
Protesters halt Birmingham Council tax hike vote
Chaos erupted at Birmingham Council House as protesters stormed the chamber, forcing councillors to flee and halting a controversial 21% tax increase vote in dramatic scenes.
Reeves' £20bn dilemma: Taxes or cuts?
Rachel Reeves faces an impossible choice as new analysis reveals the staggering scale of tax rises or spending cuts needed to fix Britain's finances. Discover what this means for your wallet.
Half of UK households forced to make spending cuts
Shocking new research reveals how the ongoing cost of living squeeze is pushing millions of British families to their financial limits, with many making severe cutbacks just to manage essential expenses.
Reeves: Fairness at Heart of Budget Decisions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical budget approach prioritising fairness and opportunity, with tough decisions ahead to rebuild Britain's economy.
Budget 2025: Chancellor won't rule out tax rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as she refuses to rule out tax increases in the upcoming Autumn Budget while defending her economic strategy against criticism.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
Reeves urged to end 'obscene' SUV tax breaks
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to eliminate tax perks for luxury SUVs, as campaigners demand an end to 'environmentally obscene' subsidies that benefit wealthy drivers.
£29.99 Heater Warms Rooms Fast & Stays Silent
UK households are praising an affordable £29.99 heater that delivers rapid warmth with minimal noise, offering an energy-efficient solution to winter heating bills.
Supercomputer predicts Championship final table
Exclusive data analysis forecasts final Championship table with surprising predictions for Birmingham City, West Brom, and newcomers Wrexham in the 2024/25 season.
Ryanair axes £55 check-in fees at regional airports
Budget airline Ryanair eliminates £/€55 check-in fees at smaller UK and European airports, saving travellers millions in surprise charges.
Chancellor urged to protect family tax credits
Rachel Reeves urged to protect vital support as concerns grow over plans to scrap working family payments amidst cost of living crisis.
Orwell & Bowie: Visionary Future Predictions Revealed
New research reveals how literary giant George Orwell and music legend David Bowie accurately forecast technological surveillance and internet culture decades before they emerged.
Birmingham Council Meeting Erupts in Chaos
A Birmingham City Council meeting descended into chaos as residents and councillors clashed over budget cuts and service reductions, with police intervention required to maintain order.
Reeves announces stamp duty shake-up and housebuilding revolution
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major stamp duty changes and housebuilding reforms in her first Commons speech, aiming to boost the UK property market while facing criticism over potential household impacts.
Weekly Horoscopes: Mind Your Words & Patience
Discover what the cosmos has in store for your star sign this week. Find out who should choose words carefully and whose patience will be tested in our revealing horoscope guide.
Dacia Bigster: Affordable Hybrid SUV Shakes Up Car Market
Discover how Dacia's revolutionary Bigster SUV promises to deliver hybrid technology at unprecedented prices, shaking up the car market with its bold 'less is more' philosophy.
Ryanair's cabin baggage shake-up affects UK travellers
Ryanair announces significant changes to cabin baggage policies affecting UK passengers. Discover how the new rules could impact your travel costs and packing strategy.
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