Next UK Heatwave to Start July 5, Schools at Risk
The Met Office confirms a heatwave could arrive as early as Sunday, July 5, with temperatures potentially reaching 41C by July 11, sparking fears of further school closures.
Category : Council Budget
Somerset Council Debt to Fall Below £1bn by Mid-2030s
Somerset Council's overall debt is projected to fall below £1bn within five years, despite increased borrowing for a major house-building programme.
Rachel Reeves Launches £200 Cost-of-Living Payments
Households can apply for £200+ cost-of-living payments from local councils under the new Crisis and Resilience Fund, launched by Chancellor Rachel Reeves before her expected removal.
HMRC Crackdown Strips 23,500 Families of Child Benefits
A National Audit Office report slams HMRC's child benefit crackdown under Labour, which wrongly suspended payments for 23,500 families without adequate consideration of impact.
HMRC Self-Assessment Payment on Account Due July 31
The next HMRC self-assessment payment on account deadline falls on July 31, 2026. Missing it triggers 7.75% daily interest and potential HMRC scrutiny. Act now.
Cash ISA Allowance Cut to £12,000 for Under-65s from 2027
The cash ISA allowance will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 for under-65s from April 2027, following Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget announcement. Martin Lewis criticises the 'stick' approach.
State Pension Age Rise Delays Payments for Post-July 1960 Births
State pensioners born after July 6, 1960, will face longer waits for DWP payments as the pension age rises to 66, with delays depending on exact birth dates.
Treasury Responds to Charity ISA Calls as Cash ISA Limit Cut
HM Treasury has rejected calls for a new charity ISA, confirming the cash ISA allowance will drop from £20,000 to £12,000 from April 2027, with over-64s exempt.
Met Office Extends Extreme Heat Warning for UK
The Met Office has extended an amber extreme heat warning for parts of England as the record-breaking June heatwave continues, with temperatures approaching 40°C.
Reeves May Break Pension Tax Promise Before Exit
Rachel Reeves could break a key promise to state pensioners by withholding income tax from pensions before exit, as reports suggest Treasury plans to deduct tax automatically.
Summer VAT Cut Slashes Prices at UK Attractions, Restaurants
A temporary VAT reduction has cut prices at major attractions, restaurants, and cinemas across the UK, offering families cheaper days out over the summer holidays until September 1.
Burnham's £200 Summer Payments Plan If He Becomes PM
Households can apply for £200 cost-of-living payments under new Crisis and Resilience Fund if Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister.
Four Groups Face Higher Costs Under Burnham Tax Plan
Andy Burnham's proposed council tax reform, replacing stamp duty with a land value tax, would increase costs for landlords, developers, overseas buyers, and second-home owners.
Burnham DWP Cuts: Jenrick Says No Chance of Welfare Bill Savings
Robert Jenrick says there is 'not a cat in hell's chance' Andy Burnham will cut the welfare bill if PM, warning of higher taxes instead.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £117 for UK Households Before Exit
Rachel Reeves confirms £117 energy bill savings for all UK households as she prepares to be replaced as Chancellor by Andy Burnham, who may appoint Ed Miliband or Wes Streeting.
Starmer Confirms £304 Universal Credit Boost in Resignation
Sir Keir Starmer announced a £304 monthly Universal Credit boost for families with three children, lifting half a million kids out of poverty, as he resigned as Prime Minister.
Birmingham Shop Closes Early Due to Extreme Weather
The Crafty Cow in Castle Bromwich closes at midday on 24-25 June due to red weather warning, prioritizing safety as temperatures hit 36C.
Extra £33 Monthly Tax for State Pensioners Confirmed
HMRC confirms pensioners with income over £35,000 face extra £33 monthly tax from 2027/28 to repay Winter Fuel Payments unless they opt out.
Dudley Council Workers Balloted for Strike Over Pay
Unison ballots 200,000 local government and school staff, including 3,000 Dudley Council workers, after rejecting a 3.3% pay offer, threatening disruption to schools and services.
Love Island 2026 Final Date Predictions
Love Island 2026 is expected to end on Monday 27th July, based on previous series patterns. The finale will crown the winning couple and award £50,000.
Starmer Hands Universal Credit Households Extra £736
Sir Keir Starmer is providing Universal Credit households an extra £736 per child as he steps down as Prime Minister, removing the two-child limit from April 2026.
UK Drivers Urged to Fill Up Before Wednesday Heatwave
Motorists are advised to fill up before Wednesday June 24 as temperatures hit 40C, causing fuel to burn faster due to air conditioning and driver behavior, with petrol at 154.72p and diesel at 174.30p per litre.
Davies' pre-season to-do list for Birmingham City
Chris Davies faces a packed pre-season with Birmingham City, including offloading players, signing a goalkeeper, developing a new style, improving set pieces, and adding to his backroom team.
Met Office confirms 148 areas in red or amber heat alert
The Met Office has issued a rare red heat alert for 148 UK areas, including Birmingham, with temperatures soaring to high 30Cs. Population-wide adverse health effects are likely.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £360 VED Charge for Vans
Vans registered after 2001 face a £360 Vehicle Excise Duty charge from April 2026, as confirmed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, with Euro 4 and Euro 5 vans paying £140.
Met Office Extends Heat Warning as 38C Predicted in 92 Areas
The Met Office has extended its amber heat warning to four days, with 38C temperatures forecast across 92 parts of the UK, posing serious health risks and potential disruption.
HMRC Confirms £200 Tax Charges for Pensioners Aged 66-79
HMRC will reclaim £200 Winter Fuel Payments from state pensioners aged 66-79 with income over £35,000 via tax code changes, starting in the 2026-27 tax year.
King Charles to Publish Personal Tax Bill for First Time
King Charles III will become the first head of state to reveal their personal tax bill, as the Royal Family seeks to 'modernise and evolve' with increased financial transparency.
Met Office: Prepare 4 Items Before Monday Heatwave
The Met Office issues an amber extreme heat warning for southern England and Wales, urging households to gather torches, batteries, power packs, and other essentials before Monday.
Frozen Tax Thresholds Boost Treasury by £9.8bn in May
Rachel Reeves' decision to maintain frozen tax thresholds has led to a £9.8 billion increase in tax receipts in May, with total tax and National Insurance reaching £153.7bn.
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