DWP Urged to Investigate Four Working-Age Benefits
The DWP has been told to thoroughly investigate four core working-age benefits amid concerns over rising welfare costs. Universal Credit, ESA, PIP, and JSA are in focus.
Category : Legislative Changes
DWP Urged Not to Scrap Triple Lock: 19 Million at Risk
Former Pensions Minister Sir Steve Webb warns scrapping the state pension triple lock could leave 19 million people without a decent retirement income.
UK Plan to Ban Zero-Hours Contracts for 1.2 Million Workers
Ministers consider banning zero-hours contracts as part of new employment laws, affecting 1.23 million workers in the UK. Child Poverty Action Group and TUC urge government to implement changes.
Petition Seeks HMRC Tax-Free Allowance Rise to £20,000
A Parliament petition urges increasing the personal tax allowance to £20,000 to help low and middle earners amid rising living costs. The petition closes on 14 November 2026.
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Ex-Minister: Scrapping Triple Lock 'Would Be a Disaster'
Former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb warns that abolishing the triple lock now would cause a retirement disaster, with millions more pensioners falling short.
HMRC VIP Hotline Now Open to Transgender Taxpayers
HMRC has expanded its VIP hotline PD1 to transgender taxpayers with Gender Recognition Certificates, sparking debate over service inequality.
Schools to Fine Parents Over Holiday Absences from Monday
School fines for term-time holidays are set to surge from next week as families face penalties of £80 per parent per child, sparking debate over policy effectiveness.
Teen Rapists' Sentences Go to Court of Appeal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms the attorney general has referred non-custodial sentences for two teenage rapists to the Court of Appeal after public outrage.
New Subscription Laws Could Save Consumers £400m a Year
New laws targeting subscription traps will give consumers stronger protections, clearer terms, and easier cancellations, potentially saving £400m annually from spring 2027.
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HMRC Inheritance Tax Change Could Add £34,000
Families face average inheritance tax bills of £34,000 more from April 2027 as unused pension funds become part of estates for tax purposes.
Warning Over Tax-Free Childcare: 'High Stakes' for Claimants
A warning has been issued over the Tax-Free Childcare scheme, with experts saying many families miss out due to confusing rules and poor naming.
Starmer Urged to Impose Social Media Ban on Under-16s
Keir Starmer is urged to implement an Australia-style social media ban for under-16s, blocking access to platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Angela Rayner says 'just make a decision'.
DWP System Faces 'Double Hit' from Ageing Population
New ONS figures show the number of people aged 85+ could double in 25 years, putting strain on the state pension system with fewer workers supporting more retirees.
Mother hears chilling words in daughter's rape CCTV
A mother describes watching CCTV of her 6-year-old daughter being raped by a 16-year-old boy as 'the most difficult thing'. The boy used a mobile game to distract the child.
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Pension Age Change: Cliff Edge for 1971-1973 Savers
Millions of savers born between 6 April 1971 and 5 April 1973 face a potential two-year delay in accessing pensions if they don't act before April 2028, warns PensionBee.
HMRC Inheritance Tax Update on Pension Raid 2027
HMRC issued an inheritance tax update ahead of a 'nightmare' raid on pension savings from April 2027. Labour's Chancellor Reeves confirmed pension pots become liable for IHT.
HMRC Recovers Winter Fuel Payments from Pensioners
HMRC is issuing new tax codes to state pensioners who received £300 Winter Fuel Allowances, recovering payments from those with total income over £35,000.
DWP £300 Winter Fuel Payment for Pre-1946 Pensioners
DWP announces £300 Winter Fuel Payment for state pensioners born before September 28, 1946. Eligibility details and means-testing explained.
Rachel Reeves Taxing Over-65s with Small Pensions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as 600,000 more over-65s are pushed into tax bands due to frozen allowances and rising state pensions.
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DWP Changes State Pension Payments for Bank Holiday
Some pensioners over 65 received their state pension payments early due to the May bank holiday. The DWP moved payment dates to avoid processing on the holiday.
Rachel Reeves cash ISA rules create age divide in 2027
Rachel Reeves confirms cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 for under-65s from April 2027, while pensioners retain £20,000 limit, creating an age-based divide.
HMRC £200 Tax Charge for Pensioners Earning Over £22,000
State pensioners earning over £22,453 will lose the £200 winter fuel payment under new HMRC rules. The £35,000 threshold includes state pension income.
HMRC confirms £17 monthly charge for state pensioners
HMRC has confirmed a £17 monthly tax charge for state pensioners earning above £35,000, clawing back £200 Winter Fuel Payments from those born after 1951 (men) or 1953 (women).
Ofcom Ultimatum Over Royal Mail Failures
Ofcom faces a six-month ultimatum from MPs after Royal Mail delivered 126 million first-class letters late, with performance at just 74.9%.
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Streeting Proposes HMRC Tax Rule Changes
Wes Streeting, former Health Secretary, proposes equalising capital gains and income tax rates, aiming to raise up to £12bn and address wealth inequality.
DWP Told to Change State Pension Triple Lock Rule
The DWP is urged to change the state pension triple lock rule as costs balloon. Experts say there is no reason to delay reform.
Council tax overhaul targets £2m+ homes to raise £430m
UK government proposes high-value property surcharge on homes worth £2m+ to raise £430m annually, addressing historic unfairness in council tax system.
Parents may face prison for children's crimes under new UK plans
UK government proposes stronger parenting orders, including potential prison sentences for parents who fail to prevent children from offending. New youth intervention courts and £15.4m funding also announced.
Plan to Axe Stamp Duty and Council Tax for Some Homes
A thinktank proposes replacing stamp duty and council tax with a property levy to free up homes, fund social housing, and help renters save for deposits.
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Four New Council Tax Bands for High-Value Homes in England
The UK government proposes four new council tax bands for properties worth £2m+ in England, aiming to rebalance the system and fund local services.
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