Blindness Boosts Tax-Free Allowance to £15,820
HMRC confirms Blind Person's Allowance increases personal tax-free allowance to £15,820. Eligible blind individuals can claim an extra £3,250 tax-free income.
Category : Politics
Burnham confirms state pension and DWP benefits changes
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed three key changes to state pension and DWP benefits, including a tax exemption for pensioners solely reliant on the state pension and a commitment to the triple lock, while signalling welfare cuts.
£3,000 Gift Rule for IHT: Expert Advice on Passing Wealth
BBC Money Box's Paul Lewis explains inheritance tax reforms under PM Andy Burnham, including the £3,000 annual gift allowance and marriage exemptions, as pension changes loom from April 2027.
State Pensioners Born Before Key Year Get Free BBC TV Licences
State pensioners born before 1951 will receive £0 BBC TV licences under Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy as the government oversees the 2028 Royal Charter renewal.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
HMRC Tax Exemption for Pre-1960 Pensioners by Burnham
Andy Burnham has confirmed HMRC income tax exemption for state pensioners born before 1960, ensuring no tax on state pension income amid triple lock concerns.
Andy Burnham Confirms DWP Benefits Cuts in BBC Interview
In his first interview as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham confirmed upcoming DWP benefits cuts and promised to overhaul the welfare system, making support conditional on taking opportunities.
Birmingham Pub Bombings Families Message to Andy Burnham
Justice for the 21 campaign urges Prime Minister Andy Burnham to establish a statutory public inquiry into the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings, citing decades of denied justice.
3.2M Workers Face Higher Tax Band Under Burnham
Under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, 3.2 million taxpayers are projected to become higher-rate by 2027, HMRC figures show, as frozen thresholds cause fiscal drag.
Andy Burnham PIP Shake-Up Imminent as Timms Review Nears Conclusion
The Timms Review will recommend PIP reforms to PM Burnham and Chancellor Healey this autumn, with experts urging personalised support and sustained employment outcomes.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Shisha lounge plans rejected over fire risk
Wolverhampton Council rejected a licence variation for Shisha Point after a fire risk assessment rated the danger as 'intolerable', calling the building's state 'horrifying'.
Andy Burnham Closing Gap with Reform UK as PM
Polling shows Labour narrowing the gap with Reform UK to just 1% after Andy Burnham's first week as Prime Minister, with bus fare caps and energy VAT cuts announced.
Andy Burnham Automatic 300 Pound Winter Payments for Pensioners
Andy Burnham will oversee automatic £300 payments for state pensioners this winter as his government prioritises cost of living, with means-tested Winter Fuel Allowance.
State Pensioners Born After 1951 Get £965 Next Week
State pensioners born after 1951 (men) or 1953 (women) will receive an unexpected £965 payment next week due to bank holiday adjustments, the DWP confirms.
HMRC Confirms VAT and VED Rules for Double Cab Pick-Ups
HMRC has confirmed that VAT refund and Vehicle Excise Duty rates for double cab pick-ups remain unchanged, providing clarity for businesses and fleet operators.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Freeview switch-off: Nandy promises support package
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has launched a government consultation on ending Freeview, pledging a support package to help households transition from digital terrestrial to internet-based TV.
Workers face £18,000 loss as state pension age rise accelerated
Workers could lose nearly £18,000 as the state pension age rise to 68 is brought forward by at least seven years to 2037, affecting those aged 49 to 55, Treasury officials confirm.
HMRC State Pension Rule Change Means Higher Tax
HMRC confirms that rising state pension age means some retirees will pay more National Insurance, as tax rules for working pensioners are clarified.
Pension Credit Carers Can Get Extra £2,503 a Year
State pensioners on Pension Credit who also care for another adult can receive an additional £48.15 per week, amounting to £2,503.80 a year, on top of their state pension and standard Pension Credit.
Burnham to give mayors income tax share for cities
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will grant regional mayors, including West Midlands, a share of income tax revenues as part of new devolution plans to boost local economies.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Andy Burnham Rules Out Snap General Election
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed he will not call a snap general election, stating he intends to honour the 2024 manifesto and focus on national recovery from Manchester.
Rossendale Planning: Cafe, Homes, Flood Defenses Proposed
Rossendale Borough Council received planning applications including a cafe with office space, 50 homes, flood management works, and shopfront alterations up to July 24.
Record 165 Migrants Cross Channel in Single Boat
A record 165 migrants crossed the Channel in a single boat, breaking the previous record of 128. The route is becoming more dangerous, warns Care4Calais, as Home Office figures show 13,007 arrivals this year.
Chelmsford parking changes from August 2026
Chelmsford City Council introduces No Waiting at Any Time restrictions in Springfield, Chelmer Village, and near Beaulieu Park Station, plus a disabled bay change, effective August 17, 2026.
Lloyds Bank Handsworth Branch Closes June 23, 2027
Lloyds Bank has confirmed the Handsworth branch will close on June 23, 2027, amid ongoing branch closures across the UK. The bank cites digital banking and alternative local options.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Burnham Opens No 10 North in Manchester, 'Best Day of My Life'
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has officially opened No 10 North in Manchester, describing it as the 'best day of my life' and pledging to spread opportunity across the country from the new government hub.
Andy Burnham to Change PIP Points Threshold for Two Groups
Andy Burnham is set to change the PIP points threshold for claimants with milder illnesses and disabilities, as part of a welfare overhaul. Lord Blunkett calls cash payments 'ridiculous'.
11 DWP and HMRC Benefits Changing in August Under Andy Burnham
11 DWP and HMRC benefits, including Universal Credit and PIP, will be paid early in August due to the Bank Holiday, under new PM Andy Burnham.
Burnham Hints at Personal Allowance Rise for Low Earners
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has promised to review the personal allowance threshold for households earning over £12,570, potentially offering a tax boost, but stresses no commitment has been made.
Willenhall Regeneration Plan Recommended for Approval
A major regeneration scheme for Willenhall's Locksmith Quarter, including 109 new homes, has been recommended for approval by Walsall Council planners.
This Free Telegram App Replaces Your Messy Shopping Notes
Shared lists with real-time sync. No signup needed — just open and shop together.
Recommended
Burnham to Attach Conditions to DWP Benefits Payments
Andy Burnham plans to attach new work-related conditions to DWP benefits payments, as Lord Blunkett backs the move to reduce the welfare bill. Critics warn it could be counterproductive.
Page 25 of 203
