Council Tax Change Could Give 74,000 Households £0 Bill
State pensioners in England are missing out on £1.71 billion in council tax relief. A rule change could lift 74,000 older households out of poverty.
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Dudley Council to Cover Holiday Food Programme Shortfall
Dudley Council plans to use its own funds to cover a shortfall in the Holiday Food Activities Programme for low-income families during school holidays.
State Pensioners Urged to Check Tax Details Ahead of New HMRC Rules
State pensioners are advised to review tax details as new HMRC rules approach. The government will introduce a tax exemption for those with sole state pension income.
DWP Reviews Nine Payment Rates for Millions of Households
The Department for Work and Pensions is reviewing nine pay rates affecting millions of households, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave payments.
DVLA Reminds Over-70s to Renew Driving Licences Every 3 Years
The DVLA has launched a campaign reminding drivers aged 70+ to renew their licences every three years for free online or by post, ensuring they stay legal on the roads.
DWP Shields Three Benefits from Motability Scheme Changes
Motability Operations delays new rules for Scottish benefit recipients until July 2026, shielding SADLA, ADP, and CDP claimants from changes.
HMRC Admits £5 Tax Error for 8.7 Million Pensioners
HMRC has acknowledged overcharging up to 8.7 million pensioners by approximately £5 each due to a calculation error, collecting £43.5 million extra last year.
Sainsbury's Switches to White Eggs: Key Facts
Sainsbury's is replacing brown eggs with white ones across all own-brand ranges, citing environmental benefits. Experts confirm no nutritional difference between egg colors.
Tesco Brings Robots to 600 Express Stores for Cleaning
Tesco partners with ICE to deploy cleaning robots in 600 Express stores, freeing staff for customer service and stock management. The move follows Morrisons and Asda.
HMRC Recovers Winter Fuel Payments from 2 Million Pensioners
HMRC will claw back Winter Fuel Payments from pensioners earning over £35,000, affecting 2.2 million retirees. Monthly tax increases of £17 expected from April 2026.
NS&I Confirms £1 Cash-Out Rule for 24 Million Premium Bonds
NS&I confirms Premium Bonds holders can cash in as little as £1, offering flexibility. However, delays in tracing deceased customers' accounts cause frustration.
DWP Benefits Reaching Terrorists and Criminals
A government dossier reveals that billions in taxpayers' money, including Housing Benefit and DLA, went to terrorists, hostile states, and organised crime.
Marriage Allowance Lifts Tax-Free Income to £13,830
HMRC's Marriage Allowance lets couples boost their tax-free personal allowance to £13,830, potentially saving up to £1,260 including backdated claims.
HMRC Ends Working From Home Tax Relief Worth £124
HMRC has abolished the Working From Home Allowance, saving the Treasury £115m over five years but hitting 300,000 households with a £124 annual tax hike.
239,000 in West Midlands Taken to Court Over Council Tax Debt
At least 239,000 people in the West Midlands were taken to court over unpaid council tax debt last year, sparking outrage from GMB union.
Lloyds Bank Removes Online Banking Feature
Lloyds Bank has confirmed the removal of the account renaming feature in online banking, sparking backlash from customers who rely on it for business.
UK Car Dealership Liquidated Six Years After Launch
The Car Sales Factory Limited has entered liquidation, with a liquidator appointed on June 9, 2026, following FCA authorisation revocation.
HSBC Warns of Additional Checks for New Accounts
HSBC issues warning after customer complaints about extra checks for secondary accounts. Bank says process requires agent assistance, not fully online.
DWP Reminds State Pensioners to Check Before Claiming
The Department for Work and Pensions urges state pensioners to review their options before claiming, as deferring is a personal responsibility with tax implications.
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Grieving Families Face Inheritance Tax Delay Under New HMRC Rules
From April 2027, pensions will be included in estates for inheritance tax, forcing families to wait for payouts. New rules require personal representatives to report and pay tax.
DWP confirms £965 monthly state pension for 66-75 year olds
The DWP has confirmed a £965 monthly state pension for those aged 66-75, rising 4.8% from April. Full new state pension reaches £12,548 annually.
Mandatory Sight Tests for Drivers Over 70 Proposed
Labour announces plans for mandatory eyesight tests for drivers over 70 as part of a new road safety strategy to reduce deaths by 65% by 2035.
Council Tax Disability Discount: Save Hundreds
Households supporting a disabled member may get council tax reductions of up to 100% through the Disabled Band Reduction Scheme, even without standard disability benefits.
DWP Sends £226 Extra to Certain State Pensioners Monday
The DWP will send younger state pensioners an extra £226 on Monday, June 15, despite a Bank Holiday in Scotland for the FIFA World Cup. Payments differ based on pension type.
DWP New Universal Credit Rule for Renters: Protections
The DWP has updated Universal Credit rules for renters, allowing them to object to third-party deductions for rent arrears. New protections apply from June 10.
New UK Bereavement Leave Rule: 52-Week Change for Workers
A new bereavement leave rule is now in force for millions of UK workers, introducing changes to paternity leave eligibility when a child's mother or adopter dies.
Solihull Special School Plan Scrapped Over Funding
Solihull Council's plan for a £15m special school in Shirley has been scrapped after the government declined funding, redirecting £3bn to mainstream specialist places instead.
DWP shields 4 groups of PIP and DLA claimants from new rule
From July 1, 2026, Motability Scheme lease changes will affect VAT and IPT, but four groups of PIP and DLA claimants are protected, including existing leaseholders and those ordering before July.
New Bin Rules in England: 39 Items Banned from Recycling
From March 31, 2026, new recycling rules in England require four bins and ban 39 items, including glass, ceramics, and certain plastics, to simplify recycling.
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