HMRC confirms £20,070 tax-free allowance after PM decision
HMRC confirms Rent a Room scheme can lift tax-free income to £20,070, combining personal allowance and rent-a-room relief, as PM Burnham rules out raising threshold.
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HMRC scraps pension tax relief perk for over-75s
HMRC confirms pension tax relief ends at 75. From April 2027, unused pension funds face IHT. Experts warn of changes.
DWP Warm Home Discount: August 23 Deadline for £150
Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit claimants must be named on energy bills by August 23 to get £150 Warm Home Discount from DWP.
DWP refunds £5,000 after wrongful benefit penalties
DWP refunds up to £5,000 to claimants after 200 administrative penalties wrongly issued due to insufficient evidence; over a fifth of fines reviewed were rescinded.
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DVLA Cancels Licences After Drivers Fail Number Plate Tests
Nearly 4,000 UK drivers had licences revoked or refused in a year after failing to read a number plate from 20 metres, DVLA data shows.
Motorcyclist Dies in HGV Crash on A4111 in Kington
A motorcyclist has died following a collision with an HGV on the A4111 in Kington, Herefordshire, on Sunday morning. Emergency crews pronounced him dead at the scene; the HGV driver was uninjured.
Pension IHT Changes: 67% Tax Hit for High Earners from 2027
From April 2027, unused pension pots face IHT, potentially pushing combined tax exposure to 67% for wealthy individuals, warns Claritas Tax.
Birmingham GP Surgeries Top National Patient Satisfaction Survey
Queslett Medical Centre and Dr Kulshrestha Summerfield Family Practice achieved 97% patient approval in the 2026 GP Patient Survey, among the best in the UK.
HMRC Confirms £18,570 Tax-Free Allowance After Burnham
HMRC confirms you can earn up to £18,570 tax-free combining personal allowance, starting rate for savings, and PSA, after PM Burnham rules out threshold change.
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£200 Cost-of-Living Payments for Non-Benefit Households
Households not on benefits can apply for £200 cost-of-living grants via the Crisis and Resilience Fund. Check eligibility with your local council now.
HMRC Confirms State Pension Taxable: Key Details
HMRC confirms the state pension is taxable, but DWP doesn't deduct at source. Tax codes adjust to use personal allowance. From April, payments exceed £12,570 threshold.
Pension Credit Age Rise to 67 Confirmed by DWP
Pension Credit qualifying age will rise from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and March 2028, aligning with State Pension age changes, DWP confirms.
Free BBC TV Licences for One DWP Benefit Confirmed
Over-75s on Pension Credit get free BBC TV licences as cost rises to £180 in 2026. Lisa Nandy reappointed Culture Secretary.
Burnham keeps Reeves' three state pension rules
Andy Burnham confirms he will retain Rachel Reeves' three state pension rules: cash ISA cuts, no tax on pension-only income, and the triple lock.
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Average earners face £56,240 student loan repayments
Average earners under Plan 5 will repay £56,240, up from £25,700 under Plan 1, warns Intergenerational Foundation. Andy Burnham urged to act.
Additional State Pension August Payment Boost Confirmed
State pensioners on the basic rate may receive an extra Additional State Pension payment in August, worth up to £230 a week, alongside their regular DWP handout.
Sit-Ups Waste of Time, Says Fitness Expert
Sit-ups may be outdated and could cause lower back pain. Experts recommend planks and other core exercises for better mobility and spine health.
SmilePro Advanced Whitening Kit Review: Tea and Coffee Stains
SmilePro Advanced Whitening Kit removes tea and coffee stains effectively. Our review reveals results, ease of use, and value for money.
Ticketless Passenger Caught Dealing Drugs in Birmingham
A ticketless passenger at Selly Oak station was found with cannabis and dealing paraphernalia, leading to a drug supply conviction.
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Burnham urged to cut £175 from energy bills for low-income homes
The Resolution Foundation proposes a £2bn scheme to cut energy bills by £175 for households earning under £24,000, urging Andy Burnham to act now.
Octopus Energy Free Electricity Solar Eclipse Offer
Octopus Energy rewards households with free electricity and a £12,000 prize during the August 12 solar eclipse. Customers must sign up to Octoplus and Savings Sessions before 6pm Wednesday.
Subscription Rules to Save UK Consumers £14 Monthly from 2027
From January 2027, new UK rules will force firms to offer clearer info, reminders, and easy cancellation, saving consumers £14 per unwanted subscription.
Pensioner chokes on meat at Wolverhampton carvery
Keith Foster, 85, died after choking on meat at The Newbridge carvery in Wolverhampton. Despite staff and air ambulance efforts, he passed away. Inquest rules accidental death.
DWP Benefit Rules for Claimants Going Abroad
Universal Credit and PIP claimants must inform DWP before holidays abroad. Benefits may continue for up to one month (UC) or 13 weeks (PIP), with conditions.
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Pensioners Eligible for £115 Weekly Attendance Allowance
State pensioners can boost Attendance Allowance to £115 a week. Higher rate applies for day and night care needs. Report changes to avoid penalties.
Over-65s Can Get £7,750 Yearly Annuity Plus State Pension
Annuity rates hit an 18-year high of 7.75%, offering a 65-year-old with £100,000 pot up to £7,750 yearly, plus DWP state pension.
HMRC Dividend Tax Rates: 10.75%, 35.75%, 39.35% Update
HMRC clarifies dividend tax thresholds: £500 tax-free, then 10.75% basic, 35.75% higher, 39.35% additional. Report by Oct 5 if needed.
HMRC urges families to claim £4,000 childcare boost
Working families can get up to £2,000 yearly per child via Tax-Free Childcare, or £4,000 for disabled children. HMRC urges eligible parents to apply now.
DWP lists 40 mental health conditions for PIP up to £748
DWP confirms 40 mental health conditions qualify for PIP, worth up to £748 per month. Check the full list and how to claim.
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HMRC Repays £50m to Overtaxed Pension Savers
HMRC repaid £50.3m to 12,500+ pension savers overtaxed on flexible withdrawals between April and June 2026, averaging nearly £4,000 per person.
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