Rachel Reeves Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Warning for Drivers
Rachel Reeves' pay-per-mile car tax plan could push 40% of EV drivers back to petrol cars, with 74% concerned about costs, a new study warns.
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UK Households Urged to Follow £1-a-Day Rule for Safety Net
UK households are urged to adopt a £1-a-day rule for insurance, as experts warn that a small daily cost can prevent financial chaos after illness or death.
Go Outdoors Cuts 5-Man Inflatable Tent to £400
Go Outdoors offers 47% off the Reunion FTG 5X5 REDUX inflatable tent, now £399.97 for members. Features panoramic views, QuickPitch system, and rear storage.
Pension Warning for Women Born Before 1998
Women born before 1998 face a pension warning as new data reveals they retire with nearly half the wealth of men, with the gap starting at age 28.
Welsh Retailers See Sharp Drop in Shopper Footfall
Welsh retailers experienced a 13.8% year-on-year decline in footfall in April, with combined March-April figures down 5.8%, reflecting consumer caution amid rising living costs.
Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz Faces Uncertain Future
Douglas Luiz's second Aston Villa loan has been underwhelming. Juventus may reintegrate him as a wildcard, a U-turn from previous plans.
DWP Confirms £20 Weekly Boost for Pensioner Couples
The DWP announces a £20 weekly increase for state pensioner couples claiming Pension Credit, which includes Guarantee Credit and Savings Credit.
Fitbit App Becomes Google Health in 48 Hours
Google is rebranding the Fitbit app to Google Health on May 19, with plans to sunset Google Fit later this year. Users express frustration over the changes.
Supermarket Price Rule Change: Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Tesco
A new price rule change is now in force across major UK supermarkets including Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, and Tesco, reforming the Price Marking Order 2004.
Miller Homes Advances 350-Home Plan in Pelsall, Walsall
Miller Homes progresses plans for 350 homes in Pelsall, Walsall, with an Environmental Impact Assessment underway for the green belt site near York's Bridge.
New Partnership Boosts West Midlands Defence Sector
A new Regional Defence and Security Cluster (RDSC) has been launched in the West Midlands to boost the defence sector, which employs 23,500 people and has an annual MOD spend of £1.7bn.
Autograph Clothing Store Closes After 38 Years in Birmingham
Autograph, one of Birmingham's last independent shops, has closed after 38 years on Ethel Street. Owner Imraan Ahmed warns of worse to come for the city centre.
Walsall Killer Stabbed Friend, Stole Car and Sold Phone
Bradley Nightingale, 29, was found guilty of murdering Jake Mills, 34, stabbing him in the neck, stealing his car and phone, and fleeing before arrest.
New Birmingham Bakery Sells Nostalgic Treats Under £3
The Cake Place opens on Dads Lane in Kings Heath, offering nostalgic bakes like sausage rolls and Cornish pasties for under £3, with owners committed to affordability.
HMRC Tax-Free Allowance Increase Gives Couples £252
HMRC's Marriage Allowance increase lets couples transfer £1,260 of Personal Allowance, saving up to £252 in tax. Eligibility and calculation details inside.
HMRC to Issue £9,400 Tax Bills After Cash ISA Change
A cut to the Cash ISA allowance could lead to tax bills of up to £9,400 over 10 years for additional-rate taxpayers, warns AJ Bell.
BMW 3 Series Tops UK Automatic Car Rankings
The BMW 3 Series has been named the best automatic car in the UK by Auto Express, with the Porsche 911 second and Citroën C3 Hybrid third.
HMRC £29,000 Tax-Free Allowance for UK Households
UK households with children born in certain years can access £29,000 in tax-free ISA allowances. Financial expert Antonia Medlicott explains how to maximise savings.
Pocket Vac Mini Vacuum at £8.99: Save 70% with Code
Get the cordless Pocket Vac 2-in-1 handheld mini vacuum for just £8.99 with code SPRING10. Perfect for quick clean-ups of crumbs, pet hair, and dust.
Check DWP Benefit for Under £40k Earners
People earning under £40,000 urged to check eligibility for DWP benefits. Martin Lewis' MSE says state support is not just for unemployed.
Barclays Update for 2026 Holidaymakers
Barclays issues an update for customers with holidays booked in 2026, revealing research that holidaymakers seek more control through rewards, planning, and AI.
Nationwide Updates Credit Card Payment Rules
Nationwide Building Society clarifies credit card payment rules after customer query. The mutual explains pending transactions and payment timing to protect credit scores.
Warning: £45k-£50k Earners Face £136k Student Loan Trap
New analysis reveals that UK households earning between £45,000 and £50,000 face a repayment trap, potentially repaying £136,000 on a £50,000 student loan due to prolonged interest accumulation.
HMRC Warns £60k-£80k Earners on Child Benefit Repayment
HMRC sends urgent message to people earning between £60,000 and £80,000, warning they may have to repay some or all of their Child Benefit due to the High Income Child Benefit Charge.
Birmingham Drugs Raid: £22K Seized, Two Charged
A County Lines Taskforce raid in Birmingham city centre seized £22,000 in cash and drugs. Two men charged with supplying heroin and crack cocaine into Worcester.
Lloyds Bank Opens New Luxembourg Office for European Expansion
Lloyds Bank, with branches in Birmingham, has opened a new office in Luxembourg to strengthen its European Union institutional presence and support cross-border clients.
HMRC Crackdown on Charity and Non-Profit Sectors
HMRC has initiated Structured Risk Reviews in charity and non-profit sectors, warning of rigorous scrutiny on tax returns, VAT, and Gift Aid claims.
DWP pays older pensioners £184 in May under £8 rule
The DWP is increasing the Basic State Pension by £8.45 per week, giving older pensioners £184 in May. The triple lock drives a £440 annual rise.
NatWest £200 Switch Bonus: £287 Boost for Customers
NatWest launches £200 cash incentive for switching accounts, potentially yielding £287 over 12 months with rewards and savings interest. Offer available to new and existing customers.
UK's Most Unreliable Used Cars: Land Rover Discovery Tops List
Land Rover Discovery named UK's most unreliable used car, with average repair costs over £2,000 and potential losses up to £25,000. BMW and Mercedes follow.
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