Andy Burnham's Death Tax Plan Could Cost £96,000
Andy Burnham's ally proposes removing capital gains tax uplift on death, potentially leaving families with a £96,000 bill on inherited assets like buy-to-let properties.
Category : Westminster Updates
Man Jailed 10 Years for Murder of Scots Mother in Crete
A Greek man has been sentenced to 10 years for the 2009 murder of Scottish mother Jean Hanlon in Crete, but released pending appeal due to diminished responsibility.
Army Could Recall Veterans Up to Age 65 Under £298bn Plan
The British Army may recall former personnel up to age 65 under a £298bn Defence Investment Plan, strengthening the Strategic Reserve and lowering recall thresholds for Reservists.
Fans Back Harry's Solo UK Trip After Meghan Pulls Out
Prince Harry will travel alone to the UK after Meghan Markle and their children pulled out due to denied police protection. Fans on Reddit praised the decision as 'the right thing'.
Prince Harry 'spoilt celebrity' over UK trip change
Prince Harry has been criticised by royal expert Ingrid Seward for behaving 'like a spoilt celebrity' after changing his UK trip plans at the last minute, travelling alone to London amid security concerns and leaving King Charles 'in the dark'.
NHS Launch, Royal Intruder, and Beatles Birth
On July 5, 1948, the NHS was launched by Aneurin Bevan. Other events include a palace intruder, a bat in a bra, and Paul McCartney meeting John Lennon.
West Midlands Mayor Backs Burnham for PM on Devolution
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker backs Andy Burnham's PM bid, praising his devolution commitment and understanding of regional needs, promising more power for metro mayors.
Use Half of Pension for House Deposit Proposed
Pension consultant Hymans Robertson proposes allowing people to use up to half their pension savings or borrow against it for a home deposit, aiming to improve retirement security by boosting home ownership.
Four Sentenced in West Midlands Drugs Line Case
Four men have been jailed for their involvement in a county lines drug operation that supplied crack cocaine and heroin across the West Midlands, police said.
FIFA in Talks to Reschedule England vs Mexico Kick-Off
FIFA is negotiating with broadcasters and officials to change the kick-off time for the England vs Mexico World Cup match, aiming to avoid extreme heat and boost global viewership.
Andy Burnham Confirms State Pension Triple Lock Plan
Andy Burnham confirms he will uphold the state pension triple lock if he becomes Prime Minister, answering key policy questions in a Q&A session.
Andy Burnham rules out early general election if he becomes PM
Andy Burnham confirms he will not call a UK general election if he becomes Prime Minister, sticking to the 2024 Labour manifesto. He also faces criticism from Kemi Badenoch.
DWP State Pension July 2026 Payment Dates Confirmed
The DWP has released the full schedule of state pension payment dates for July, based on NI number digits, with payments every four weeks and a recent 4.8% increase to £241.05 per week.
West Midlands Commute Times Revealed by ONS Data
ONS data reveals affluent West Midlands areas like Solihull have higher home working rates, while deprived towns like Sandwell face longer commutes over 10km.
Migrants Move to Shropshire Homes on Hold After Backlash
The Home Office has paused plans to house up to 83 asylum seekers in new-build homes in Stoke Heath, Shropshire, after strong local opposition and MP pressure. Asylum seekers already there have been relocated.
HMRC Extends Basic Tax Rate via Gift Aid Loophole
HMRC extends basic rate tax band for higher-rate taxpayers through Gift Aid, allowing more income to be taxed at lower rates and providing additional tax relief.
No Bank Holiday for England World Cup Match
The UK Government has confirmed it will not grant an extra Bank Holiday on Monday, July 6, despite England's World Cup round of 16 match against Mexico kicking off at 1am.
£80 Fines for Kids Missing School for England vs Mexico
Parents face £80 fines for taking children out of school to watch England vs Mexico in the World Cup, the government confirms, amid Tuchel's plea to let kids watch.
Pubs to Close at Half Time for England World Cup Match
Pubs will be forced to eject customers at half time during England vs Mexico World Cup match on Monday, despite a government rule allowing 2am closures, due to council approval requirements.
Agbonlahor Slams Spending Rules Favour Tottenham
Gabby Agbonlahor attacks UEFA and Premier League spending rules, claiming they favour under-achieving Tottenham over successful Aston Villa and Newcastle.
Random Roadside Tests: Drivers Face Licence Loss
Drivers risk losing their licences if they fail new random roadside tests under Sir Keir Starmer's road safety strategy, including mandatory eyesight checks for over-70s.
Starmer Rules Out Bank Holiday for England vs Mexico
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has ruled out a bank holiday for England's World Cup match against Mexico, despite calls after the team's victory over DR Congo.
Burnham Urged to Introduce Affordable Energy Guarantee
Prime Minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham is urged to introduce an affordable energy guarantee for households, as a study shows cost-of-living populism could help Labour win over Reform voters.
No Bank Holiday for England vs Mexico 1am Match, No 10 Says
Downing Street has confirmed there are no plans for an extra bank holiday next Monday despite England's World Cup match against Mexico kicking off at 1am BST.
Burnham Tax Move Could Cost £35k Earners £500
Andy Burnham's hinted HMRC income tax move could leave £35,000 earners £500 worse off due to frozen thresholds and fiscal drag, experts warn.
Extra Bank Holiday for England Moves Closer After Government Update
A government update has brought an extra bank holiday for England closer if the team wins the 2026 World Cup, with an early day motion backed by MPs calling for Monday 20 July as a day off.
Foreign Office Issues England World Cup Update After Win
The Foreign Office has updated its Mexico travel advice for England fans after the team beat DR Congo 2-1 to reach the World Cup last 16. England play Mexico on July 5 in Mexico City.
West Midlands World Cup Heroes Praised in Commons
Halesowen MP Alex Ballinger praised Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers in PMQs, highlighting the West Midlands' contribution to England's World Cup squad ahead of the DR Congo match.
Four UK Airlines Collapse: Holidays Cancelled
Four UK airlines have collapsed in 2026, cancelling all bookings and holidays. Ascend Airways, EcoJet Airlines, Zenith Aviation, and European Cargo ceased operations, affecting thousands.
Reynolds Skipped Thames Water Investors Meeting
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds did not meet Thames Water creditors before rejecting their rescue plan, sending officials instead. The £3.4bn deal aimed to avoid nationalisation.
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