HMRC to bill all taxpayers £377 after November
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could see a 1% income tax rise, costing basic rate taxpayers up to £377 annually. Learn how this change affects you.
Category : Council Budget
Council Tax Shock: Thousands Face Unexpected Bills
Thousands of Birmingham residents are facing surprise council tax bills following a major change to council tax support. Discover who's affected and what you need to do.
Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.
Darlaston's £20m boost: First £85k spending revealed
Exclusive details emerge about how the initial £85,000 of Darlaston's massive £20 million Town Deal funding is being spent on crucial planning and development work, paving the way for the Black Country town's dramatic regeneration.
Council's £11.5m children's services overspend crisis
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises
Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Birmingham Council Sells 1,000 Assets in Bankruptcy Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.
2025 Budget: Tax Rises Expected in November
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing significant tax increases in the November 2025 Budget amid challenging economic forecasts, with experts predicting tough decisions ahead for UK households and businesses.
Reeves urged to end income tax threshold freeze
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to reverse the controversial income tax threshold freeze as new analysis reveals millions of Britons face significant tax increases amidst the ongoing cost of living emergency.
Birmingham's £225m IT crisis forces council tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham City Council's disastrous Oracle IT implementation created a financial black hole, forcing service cuts and council tax hikes across the city.
Council Tax Shock: Two Payments Due in April 2024
Exclusive investigation reveals how April's payment schedule creates perfect financial storm for families already struggling with cost of living crisis.
Reeves' £20bn dilemma: Taxes or cuts?
Rachel Reeves faces an impossible choice as new analysis reveals the staggering scale of tax rises or spending cuts needed to fix Britain's finances. Discover what this means for your wallet.
Reeves: Fairness at Heart of Budget Decisions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical budget approach prioritising fairness and opportunity, with tough decisions ahead to rebuild Britain's economy.
Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans
The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.
Walsall's £50 Garden Waste Charge Sparks Anger
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
Triple bill hike nightmare for UK households in April
Millions of British families face a perfect storm of rising costs as council tax, broadband and mobile bills, and water charges are all set to increase simultaneously this spring, adding hundreds of pounds to annual living expenses.
Income Tax Shock: Frozen Thresholds Cost Workers Hundreds
Millions of UK workers face unexpected income tax increases as frozen thresholds push more earnings into higher tax brackets. Discover how this stealth tax raid could impact your paycheck.
TV licence fee to hit £180+ by 2026
Households across the UK are bracing for another TV licence fee increase as the BBC confirms costs will rise with inflation for the next five years, potentially pushing the annual bill beyond £180.
UK Council Tax Set for £150 Hike
Households across Britain are bracing for council tax hikes of up to £150 as local authorities grapple with funding gaps and rising service costs.
DWP's £12bn Christmas War Chest for Benefits Revealed
Exclusive: The DWP is sitting on a massive £12 billion reserve fund that could transform benefits payments during the crucial Christmas period. Here's what claimants need to know about payment dates and financial planning.
Reeves Faces £10bn Tax Warning for Working Families
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting pressure as experts warn her tax plans could cost working families billions, threatening to derail Labour's economic agenda.
12 Stealth Tax Hikes Hitting Before 2026
Millions of Britons face a hidden tax storm as frozen thresholds and policy changes silently push household bills higher. Discover the dozen fiscal measures draining your finances.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Autumn Budget: Key Predictions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares her debut Autumn Budget with focus on economic growth, public services and potential tax reforms. Key predictions and expert analysis.
Six Tax Shakes Rachel Reeves Could Unleash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering six major tax reforms that could reshape Britain's financial landscape, from inheritance tax to council tax overhauls.
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