Land value tax could save band D homes £284, Burnham urged
A land value tax of 1.28% could save band D households £284, as Andy Burnham is urged to scrap council tax, according to Tax Policy Associates.
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Land value tax bills could hit £2,551 for average homes
Andy Burnham urged to adopt land value tax: average band D home would face £2,551 charge, replacing outdated council tax based on 1991 values.
Burnham urged to introduce 1.28% land value tax
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is urged to introduce a 1.28% land value tax, replacing council tax and stamp duty, with two-thirds of households paying less and a third more.
Burnham confirms £2,500 off energy bills for 10 years
Andy Burnham has confirmed a £2,500 discount on energy bills over 10 years for households within 500m of new pylons, as the PM announces new grid projects.
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PM Burnham unveils high street crackdown on vape and betting shops
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced planning reforms to curb new vape shops, adult gaming centres, and betting shops, giving local communities more control over high streets.
Mayor launches £20m high streets fund for Greater Manchester
Mayor Bev Craig announced a £20m high streets fund for Greater Manchester, aiming to reduce vape shops and support local independents. A taskforce will steer funding, with Middleton as a testbed.
Burnham urged to add third CGT band in tax shake-up
Andy Burnham is urged to introduce a third Capital Gains Tax band, equalising CGT rates with income tax at 20%, 40%, and 45%, as proposed by the Compass thinktank's Better! report.
Burnham urged to replace TV licence with household levy
Andy Burnham and Lisa Nandy are urged to replace the £180 TV licence with a universal household levy, rated by an independent body, with exemptions for the poorest, according to a new Compass report.
Burnham to empower councils against betting and vape shops
Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to scrap the 'aim to permit' rule and require planning permission for vape shops, betting shops, and adult gaming centres to revive high streets, with changes expected next year.
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Burnham urged to enforce new parking rules
Andy Burnham is urged to bring forward a new parking code of practice, covering charges, debt recovery, grace periods, and appeals, to protect drivers from unfair fines.
HMRC confirms 4 inheritance tax perks scrapped under Burnham
HMRC will scrap four inheritance tax reliefs on pensions from April 2027, creating a two-tier system that could push effective tax rates up to 64% for families, says AJ Bell.
Burnham's £102 Boost for Drivers and Bus Users
Drivers and bus users will be £102 better off under new Andy Burnham plans, including a bus fare cap cut and VAT reduction on energy bills.
New barber shop rules under Burnham to crackdown on dodgy businesses
Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirms new rules for barber shops and hairdressers, giving police and councils power to shut down dodgy businesses for up to a year.
Burnham Confirms New Vape Shop Rules Under Premiership
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces plans to crack down on vape shops, with new planning rules to give councils more control and protect schools.
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Burnham Government Unveils High Street Betting Shop Crackdown
Andy Burnham's government confirms scrapping 'aim to permit' rule, empowering councils to reject new betting shops and revitalise high streets.
Burnham Urged to Back Council Tax Cut for 19 Million Homes
Compass thinktank, led by Neal Lawson, urges PM Andy Burnham to replace council tax with a Proportional Property Tax, cutting bills for 19 million households (77% of homes).
State pensioners face 6 month wait after DWP rule change
State pensioners born between Sept 6 and Oct 5, 1960, wait 6 months longer for their state pension as the DWP age rises to 66 years and 6 months.
Burnham Urged to Close Two CGT Loopholes in Reform
Andy Burnham's government is urged to reform Capital Gains Tax, close two loopholes, and raise £11bn from the richest, according to a Better! thinktank report.
Burnham urged to back 2% wealth tax on richest
PM Andy Burnham faces pressure from ally to adopt 2% wealth tax on net wealth above £10m, raising £24bn yearly from 22,000 people.
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New ISA Rules 2027: Experts Warn of Backfire
From April 6, 2027, under-65s face a £12,000 cash ISA cap. Experts warn the change may deter savers, not boost investing, despite HMRC's claim it will make people better off.
Burnham to water down ZEV Mandate rules for drivers
Andy Burnham plans to relax the ZEV Mandate, allowing half of new cars sold by 2030 to still use petrol engines, in a shift from net zero targets.
Burnham Urged to Cut DWP Benefits Ahead of National Tour
Andy Burnham faces calls to cut DWP benefits as he starts a national tour. Reform UK and Lib Dems urge action on bills and high streets.
DWP writes to Universal Credit households over October rules
DWP is contacting benefit households about new October powers to check bank accounts, withdraw money, and cancel driving licences to tackle fraud and recover debt.
Burnham to unveil 'everyday fixes' to cut costs in UK tour
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will announce 'everyday fixes' to cut costs, including early action on subscription traps and deceptive discounts, during his August cost of living tour.
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Burnham bans fake discounts in first cost of living crackdown
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces ban on misleading discounts and subscription traps as first 'everyday fix' to help households with cost of living, backed by Money and Mental Health Policy Institute.
New rule could save UK households £168 a year
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will announce a new rule on Monday to tackle subscription traps, potentially saving households £168 a year. The measure, brought forward to January, aims to make cancelling subscriptions easier and costs clearer.
Renters Rights Act: Landlord Changes and Insurance Impact
The Renters Rights Act introduces major changes for landlords, including end of Section 21, affecting insurance and rental market. Learn key updates.
Plan to Let People Access State Pension Three Years Early
Aegon proposes early access to state and private pensions up to three years early, as DWP state pension age rises to 67 by 2028. Reduced weekly payments could help vulnerable workers.
Funeral Industry Reforms After Robert Bush Abuse Case
New laws will regulate funeral directors after Robert Bush's horrific crimes exposed a lack of oversight, bringing mandatory licensing and inspections to the sector.
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State Pension Age Rise to 67: DWP Rules Change
State pension age rises to 67 between 2026-2028, affecting millions. Full new state pension pays £241.30 weekly. DWP confirms phased increase under new rules.
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