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Category : Politics
Burnham urged to add third CGT band in tax shake-up
Andy Burnham is urged to introduce a third Capital Gains Tax band, equalising CGT rates with income tax at 20%, 40%, and 45%, as proposed by the Compass thinktank's Better! report.
Burnham and Healey to Shield State Pensioners from Tax
Andy Burnham and John Healey plan to protect state pensioners from tax if they rely solely on the pension, but 8.1 million on the old basic pension may still face bills, warns Steve Webb.
SNP tells Burnham to honour £300 energy bill cut promise
SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan says Prime Minister Andy Burnham must fulfil Labour's manifesto pledge to cut energy bills by £300, noting current VAT and Budget cuts leave a £105 shortfall.
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Burnham urged to protect pension lump sums before Budget
Andy Burnham and John Healey are urged to rule out changes to pension tax-free lump sums ahead of the October Budget, after speculation caused savers to withdraw funds prematurely.
Tax-free allowance petition hits 50,000 signatures
A petition to raise the personal tax-free allowance to £18,000 has gained 50,000 signatures, forcing consideration for a Commons debate and potentially involving Andy Burnham.
Jess Phillips admits sick note to avoid Mandelson questions
Birmingham MP Jess Phillips has admitted pretending to be sick to avoid answering questions on Peter Mandelson at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Burnham urged to replace TV licence with household levy
Andy Burnham and Lisa Nandy are urged to replace the £180 TV licence with a universal household levy, rated by an independent body, with exemptions for the poorest, according to a new Compass report.
Burnham urged to force insurers to give upfront best deals
Andy Burnham is urged to make insurers offer best quotes upfront, as experts warn the system penalises loyal customers. Reform UK's Robert Jenrick criticises 'tinkering'.
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Burnham to empower councils against betting and vape shops
Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to scrap the 'aim to permit' rule and require planning permission for vape shops, betting shops, and adult gaming centres to revive high streets, with changes expected next year.
Government pledges to prevent PC Harper killers' early release
Government confirms plans to stop PC Andrew Harper's killers from early release, following a 900,000-signature petition and mounting pressure from family and police.
Burnham urged to enforce new parking rules
Andy Burnham is urged to bring forward a new parking code of practice, covering charges, debt recovery, grace periods, and appeals, to protect drivers from unfair fines.
HMRC confirms 4 inheritance tax perks scrapped under Burnham
HMRC will scrap four inheritance tax reliefs on pensions from April 2027, creating a two-tier system that could push effective tax rates up to 64% for families, says AJ Bell.
Edgbaston: 165 Homes Plan Set for Approval
Plans for 165 homes on former Edgbaston masonic lodge site are recommended for approval at Birmingham City Council meeting on August 16.
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Andy Burnham Wealth Tax Proposed for 22,000 Households
A 2% wealth tax on assets over £10m for 22,000 people could raise £24bn a year, according to a Compass report backed by Andy Burnham's ally.
Walsall Connected Gateway demolition starts in town centre
Demolition for Walsall's Connected Gateway scheme begins, removing buildings by Butler's Passage to create a plaza and improve connectivity.
Burnham's £102 Boost for Drivers and Bus Users
Drivers and bus users will be £102 better off under new Andy Burnham plans, including a bus fare cap cut and VAT reduction on energy bills.
New barber shop rules under Burnham to crackdown on dodgy businesses
Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirms new rules for barber shops and hairdressers, giving police and councils power to shut down dodgy businesses for up to a year.
Solihull Revamp Needs Extra £148k Funding
Solihull Town Centre Public Realm Improvement Scheme requires an additional £148,879 to progress, with a revised business case submitted to WMCA for approval.
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Burnham Confirms New Vape Shop Rules Under Premiership
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces plans to crack down on vape shops, with new planning rules to give councils more control and protect schools.
Burnham Government Unveils High Street Betting Shop Crackdown
Andy Burnham's government confirms scrapping 'aim to permit' rule, empowering councils to reject new betting shops and revitalise high streets.
Olton Commercial Units Approved Despite Councillor Link
Solihull planners approve three commercial units in Olton after scheme called in due to applicant's relation to Councillor Josh O'Nyons; committee chairman warns of future referrals.
2,100-home plan for Crewe countryside submitted
Cheshire Fresh Ltd has submitted outline plans for 2,100 homes, 30% affordable, plus employment, retail, and a school on farmland near Leighton Hospital, aiming to meet Cheshire East's housing need.
West Mids BB Plans Set for Approval Despite MP Objection
West Midlands combined authority's £1.3bn Brownfield Fund plans for 2025-26 are set for approval despite an MP's objection over funding gaps and transparency concerns.
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Burnham Urged to Back Council Tax Cut for 19 Million Homes
Compass thinktank, led by Neal Lawson, urges PM Andy Burnham to replace council tax with a Proportional Property Tax, cutting bills for 19 million households (77% of homes).
West Midlands Revamp Support Project Delayed
A project to support the major West Midlands revamp has been delayed, impacting regeneration plans and local communities.
State pensioners face 6 month wait after DWP rule change
State pensioners born between Sept 6 and Oct 5, 1960, wait 6 months longer for their state pension as the DWP age rises to 66 years and 6 months.
Burnham Urged to Extend NI to Property and Savings
Andy Burnham faces pressure from a Compass-backed report to extend National Insurance to investment and partnership income, potentially raising £6.1bn a year.
Burnham urged to back proportional property tax plan
Andy Burnham urged to replace council tax with proportional property tax, charging homes 0.48%-0.96% of value, per Compass report.
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Burnham Urged to Close Two CGT Loopholes in Reform
Andy Burnham's government is urged to reform Capital Gains Tax, close two loopholes, and raise £11bn from the richest, according to a Better! thinktank report.
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