Category : Council Budget


Public pension bill hits £200k per UK household

Analysis reveals the UK's unfunded public sector pension liability has surged to £5.8 trillion, burdening each household with £203,000. Experts warn of an intergenerational betrayal. Read the full report.

Starmer defends Autumn Budget tax rises

PM Sir Keir Starmer defends the £26bn tax hike in Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, stating it's needed to improve public services and tackle child poverty. Read his full speech.

Older drivers break DVLA licence renewal rules

An investigation reveals hundreds of motorists over 70 failed to renew their driving licences as required by law. Discover the potential road safety implications and new government plans.

Council tax bills to rise by 5% next year

Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.

Starmer's main priority: £150 energy bill cut

Sir Keir Starmer confirms tackling the cost of living is his main priority following Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, which pledges a £150 cut to average energy bills from April 2026.

Starmer won't apologise for £26bn tax rises

PM Keir Starmer refuses to apologise for £26bn Autumn Budget tax increases, defending the move as necessary to lift children out of poverty. Read the full political fallout.

Reeves' Second Budget Unveils Tax Rises and Support

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her second Budget with tax increases on alcohol, property and income to fill a £7.6bn fiscal gap, while scrapping the two-child benefit cap to lift 450,000 children from poverty.

Reeves defends tax rises in Labour Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to apologise for breaking Labour's tax pledge as Budget pushes tax take to record high. Read the full analysis of political reactions.

Autumn Budget 2024: The Winners and Losers

Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget targets workers, savers, and high-value property owners with new taxes and freezes. Discover the key financial changes and who benefits.

Rachel Reeves confirms two new property taxes

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a 'mansion tax' on £2m+ homes and a 2% income tax hike for landlords in the Autumn Budget, aiming to raise funds and address market fairness.

Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget: Key Changes

Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major Budget reforms on taxes, benefits, and NHS funding. Discover the full list of changes affecting your finances and public services.

Page 4 of 8