Reeves Under Pressure Over Pension Salary Sacrifice Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to soften planned pension salary sacrifice reforms, as the House of Lords increases the cap from £2,000 to £5,000, sparking political back-and-forth.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to soften planned pension salary sacrifice reforms, as the House of Lords increases the cap from £2,000 to £5,000, sparking political back-and-forth.
Nationwide pledges to maintain its 605-branch network, emphasizing its importance for older, offline customers and communities as the last bank in many towns.
National Savings and Investments reduces Premium Bonds prize fund rate from 3.6% to 3.3% and worsens winning odds, prompting financial experts to suggest alternative savings options.
Self-employed individuals and landlords earning over £50,000 annually must adopt Making Tax Digital software and submit quarterly updates starting April 6, with thresholds set to expand in coming years.
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RecommendedThe UK government's plan to phase out Lifetime ISAs for a new product raises concerns about retirement savings for self-employed individuals without workplace pensions.
HM Revenue and Customs is urging UK households on Universal Credit to check eligibility for the Help to Save scheme, which offers up to £1,200 in bonus payments over four years.
HMRC reveals roughly one million people are owed an average £453 each from overpaid tax, but refunds won't be automatic. Taxpayers must claim via Personal Tax Account as officials warn of rising scams targeting the vulnerable.
New data reveals three and four-year-old used cars are seeing price drops up to 28%, with experts identifying this as the optimal buying window for maximum savings.
HMRC and the Labour government have issued a stark warning to contractors working through umbrella companies, urging vigilance against tax avoidance schemes that could leave workers with substantial tax bills.
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Millions of UK households can save hundreds by switching broadband and mobile providers before April price increases hit. Uswitch warns of £126 million monthly impact.
The Pensions Regulator warns of significant fraud risks, with £500,000 already lost and £2.5 million potentially at stake. Industry professionals are urged to tighten security and report suspicious activity.
Households on benefits can receive up to £1,200 in government bonuses by saving through the Help to Save scheme, which adds 50p for every £1 saved over four years.
The HMRC Marriage Allowance allows couples to transfer £1,260 of their Personal Allowance, potentially saving up to £252 in tax annually. Eligibility criteria and application details explained.
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RecommendedHMRC is issuing demand letters to UK households with savings as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Experts warn savers to consider tax-free ISAs to protect their interest earnings from taxation.
iFAST Global Bank introduces a multi-currency business account integrated with Xero software, designed for solicitors, accountants, and property managers to streamline financial operations and earn competitive interest.
An expert warns that failing to address inheritance tax when drafting a will could lead to a 40% loss under HMRC's two-year rule, urging families to plan ahead.
Energy analysts warn UK drivers that wholesale gas prices could double within three months due to Middle East tensions, with potential impacts on winter storage and global LNG competition.
A new HMRC rule change effective April 6, 2026, will restrict Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs for farmers, potentially forcing families to sell generational land to cover inheritance tax liabilities.
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RecommendedA new study reveals one in three UK adults with private pensions have reduced or stopped contributions after major life events, potentially wiping £72,000 from retirement pots.
Allica Bank is achieving remarkable growth by combining advanced technology with personal relationship managers, challenging the impersonal norms of modern banking with transparent rewards and rapid onboarding.
Finance expert Martin Lewis offers crucial ISA investment guidance on ITV, addressing market volatility and long-term strategies as geopolitical tensions with Iran unfold.
The escalating conflict in the Middle East has increased the UK's national interest bill by approximately £12 billion as Gilt yields surge, experts warn of a 'war tax' effect on taxpayers.
A major investigation into car finance commission arrangements reveals millions of UK drivers may have been overcharged on hire purchase or PCP deals before 2021. Legal experts advise checking past agreements for potential compensation claims.
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RecommendedLloyds Banking Group customers were issued a security warning following a technical error that allowed users to view other people's bank transactions in their apps.
The Bank of England has maintained its base interest rate at 3.75% due to uncertainty from the Middle East conflict, which could impact UK inflation. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of rising energy costs and potential effects on mortgages and savings.
EDF predicts energy bills could surge by £300 as the Middle East conflict drives up prices, with Ofgem's cap potentially exceeding £1,900 this autumn and winter.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee has kept interest rates at 3.75%, warning that the Iran conflict could push inflation higher as early as April, reversing recent progress.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee unanimously voted to maintain the base interest rate at 3.75% due to escalating inflation fears triggered by Middle East conflicts and rising energy prices.
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RecommendedHouseholds are urged to switch broadband providers before the end of March to secure fixed introductory rates and avoid price increases until 2027, using dedicated comparison sites like Broadband Genie.