State Pension Age Rise in July for Specific Birthdays
The DWP state pension age increases to 67 from July 6, affecting those born July 6-August 5, 1960, who must wait until 66 years and 4 months, with research showing income poverty rises.
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Andy Burnham Given 6 Options for State Pension Triple Lock
Andy Burnham, expected to become PM, has six options to change the state pension triple lock, which experts call unsustainable.
DWP Changes Qualifying Age for Three Benefits in July
The DWP is increasing the state pension age to 67, affecting Attendance Allowance, Pension Credit, and State Pension eligibility from July 2026.
Burnham's CGT Overhaul: Three New Tax Bands
Andy Burnham plans to align CGT rates with income tax, creating three new bands at 20%, 40%, and 45%, pending potential chancellor support.
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Andy Burnham Rule Could Force Inherited Home Sales
Andy Burnham's proposed capital gains tax changes could force families to sell inherited assets like homes, warns analyst Matthew Jones.
Rachel Reeves Cuts Cash ISA Allowance to £12,000
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a cut to the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £12,000 for under-65s from April 2027, despite her expected removal from office.
Major State Pension Change Under Burnham: Triple Lock May Go
Andy Burnham, as PM-in-waiting, is urged to ditch the triple lock on state pensions. OBR forecasts £15.5bn extra spending by 2030, sparking debate on sustainability.
Rachel Reeves IHT Rule Change Hits Families with £600k Estates
New inheritance tax rules from April 2027 will include pensions in estates, hitting unmarried partners and blended families with bills up to £110,000 on a £600,000 estate.
Older Drivers Over 70 Face New Eyesight and Cognitive Tests
New compulsory eyesight checks and cognitive tests for drivers over 70 in England may take years to implement, as specialists explain the lengthy parliamentary approval process.
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Burnham's Two Pension Changes: Triple Lock and Tax Relief
Andy Burnham, expected next PM, plans changes to state and private pensions, including possible triple lock reform and conditional tax relief on contributions.
DVLA Extends Ukrainian Licence Exchange for 30,000 Drivers
The UK government plans to extend Ukrainian driving licence validity in GB by up to 24 months, affecting 30,293 drivers who exchanged licences between May 2021 and November 2025.
DWP confirms new 'last resort' punishment for three benefits
From October 2026, the DWP will use new 'last resort' powers to recover debt from Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and ESA by accessing bank accounts or disqualifying driving licences.
Probate Fees Soar 75% to £526 from July 13
The Ministry of Justice confirms probate application fees will rise from £300 to £526 from July 13, a 75% increase, citing inflation and service improvements. Grieving families face higher costs.
New ISA Rules: Tax Changes from April 2027
From April 2027, under-65s face a £12,000 cash ISA limit and a 22% tax on interest from cash in non-cash ISAs. Over-65s retain the £20,000 limit.
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DWP State Pension Age Rise for Post-1977 Births
The DWP state pension age is rising from 66 to 67 between 2026-2028, with a further increase to 68 planned for those born after April 1977, starting in 2044.
HMRC IHT Raid on Pension Savings from 2027
HMRC will include most untouched pension funds in inheritance tax calculations from April 6, 2027, targeting families with substantial savings. Experts warn of major changes.
Man jailed for helping hit-and-run driver flee to Pakistan
Kamran Khaliq, 45, was jailed for four years and 11 months for paying £590 for Shazad Hussain to flee to Pakistan after Hussain killed Philip Dale in a hit-and-run crash in Small Heath in 2022.
DVLA Licences Stripped from Drivers in New October Law
From October, courts can ban drivers with DWP debts over £1,000. Bans are suspended if repayment terms are met, with exemptions for essential driving needs.
Andy Burnham Plans Income Tax Devolution for England
Andy Burnham, expected to become Labour leader, plans to devolve income tax powers to local authorities across England, marking a radical shift in fiscal policy.
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Starmer Confirms Driving Licence Rule from October as He Quits
Sir Keir Starmer's government confirms new DWP powers from October to deduct debts directly from bank accounts and strip driving licences from persistent fraudsters, as part of a £14.6bn savings plan.
HMRC Tax Code Changes for 9 Million Pensioners
HMRC will change tax codes for 9 million state pensioners to reclaim Winter Fuel Payments from those earning over £35,000, potentially adding extra charges.
HMRC Inheritance Tax Rule Change: Millions Face 'Double Hit'
From April 2027, unused pension pots will be subject to Inheritance Tax, potentially causing a 'double tax' hit for beneficiaries who may also pay Income Tax on withdrawals.
HMRC Inheritance Tax: Double Tax and 6-Month Deadline
Families face a double tax hit on unspent pension pots and a tight six-month deadline under new HMRC inheritance tax rules from the Labour government.
DWP State Pension Rule Change for Millions Born Before 1978
The DWP is reviewing state pension age rules, potentially impacting millions born before 1978. The current age of 66 is set to rise to 67 by 2028 and 68 by 2046.
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Burnham hints at 50p tax rate for high earners
Andy Burnham signals reintroduction of 50p top income tax rate before end of Parliament, as Labour leadership contest looms following Starmer's resignation.
Rachel Reeves Confirms 2027 Cash ISA Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed cash ISA rules from April 2027: the tax-free allowance for under-65s will drop to £12,000, while pensioners retain the £20,000 limit. A 22% charge on stocks and shares ISA interest is also planned.
Andy Burnham confirms council tax overhaul plans
Andy Burnham has confirmed plans to overhaul council tax bands if he becomes Prime Minister, proposing a land value tax to replace stamp duty and council tax.
Rachel Reeves tax rule warning for £35k earners
Chancellor Rachel Reeves keeps frozen tax bands, meaning workers earning over £35,000 face fiscal drag and potential higher tax as salaries rise.
Burnham Confirms £12,570 Tax-Free Allowance Plan for PM Bid
Andy Burnham confirms plans to raise the tax-free personal allowance to £12,570 if he becomes Prime Minister, as Sir Keir Starmer faces resignation pressure.
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New £2,000 Pension Rule for Higher Earners Confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' £5bn pension raid will see a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice schemes from 2029, affecting 2.9 million workers, with Treasury defending the move as fair.
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