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400,000 homes in wrong council tax band

Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.

New High-Value Council Tax Surcharge Announced

Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a new council tax surcharge for homes over £2m from April 2028. Nationwide says impact on the wider housing market will be limited. Read the full analysis.

HMRC uses AI to target tax evasion and fraud

HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.

New Council Tax Bands for High-Value UK Homes

Labour introduces a 'mansion tax' surcharge for properties over £2m from 2028. Experts analyse the impact on the housing market as October 2025 sales dip 2% year-on-year.

95-Year-Old's 87-Year Carol Tradition in Abergavenny

For 87 Christmases, Eric Davies has played carols on Abergavenny's High Street. At 95, he continues a family Salvation Army tradition started in the 1890s, raising vital funds for local causes.

Inheritance Tax receipts hit £5.8bn, up £84m

UK inheritance tax receipts reach £5.8bn in eight months, driven by frozen thresholds. Experts warn the 'quiet' revenue raiser is forecast to hit £14.5bn by 2031. 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.

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