Martin Lewis urges millions in England and Scotland to check their council tax band, as flawed 1991 valuations mean many are overpaying. Discover how to challenge your band and potentially claim back thousands.
Martin Lewis warns hundreds of thousands of homes in England and Scotland are in the wrong council tax band, leading to massive overpayments. Learn how to check and challenge your band.
Martin Lewis reveals how thousands may be overpaying council tax. Follow his two-step check to challenge your band and potentially claim a backdated refund, just like one viewer who got £6,000 back.
Martin Lewis explains a two-step check to see if you're in the wrong council tax band. One viewer secured a £6,000 refund. Learn how to challenge your band safely.
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase after the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211k for local services.
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase as the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211,000 amid a financial crisis.
Thousands of UK households could be eligible for a 100% discount on their council tax bill. Find out if you qualify for a full exemption or a reduction based on your circumstances.
Councils in Australia face backlash for slashing Christmas decoration budgets, with critics labelling them 'Grinches' for prioritising red tape over festive spirit. Discover the full story.
A Swansea teaching assistant has been banned from the profession after a drink and drugs binge following the school day. Read the full story of the misconduct hearing.
A Swansea teaching assistant has been barred from the classroom after a drink and drugs binge. Jessica Picton was caught driving under the influence just hours after leaving work. Read the full report.
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
A dramatic 50% fall in international nurses coming to the UK is sounding alarm bells for the NHS. Experts warn visa crackdowns will deepen staff shortages and threaten patient safety.
Swindon Borough Council has paid £138,000 in fines after its own highway maintenance vans were clamped outside its offices. Deputy leader calls it 'not our finest hour'. Read the full story.
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
A married headteacher faces multiple misconduct allegations after allegedly exposing his erect penis to a colleague in his office. The hearing continues.
Nursing organisations warn that excluding nursing as a 'professional degree' under Trump's new bill threatens patient care by limiting student funding. Learn how this impacts the NHS.
Trump administration transfers key education programmes to other agencies as staff describe complete loss of morale and chaotic working conditions. Read the full investigation.
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.
Bridget Phillipson reveals alarming state of school finances as Labour government inherits 'broken' education system, with urgent reforms planned to address crumbling infrastructure and teacher shortages.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical proposals to transform UK education, prioritising AI literacy and essential skills over outdated knowledge.
Exclusive investigation reveals English councils' home-to-school transport costs have surged by 24%, leaving vulnerable families and local authorities in financial distress.
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
The government is planning significant changes to relationship and sex education in schools, giving parents greater transparency and control over controversial curriculum content.
Australian education department introduces radical new guidelines encouraging preschool children to explore non-binary pronouns, sparking heated debate among parents and educators.
The Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to sex education, limiting transgender topics in schools and redefining 'sex' as biological. Critics warn of dangerous consequences for LGBTQ+ youth.
New data reveals homeschooling in the UK has surged by over 40% since the pandemic, as parents cite concerns about bullying, mental health and educational quality.
New research reveals three-quarters of young Britons lack confidence in workplace skills, with many fearing they're 'not cut out' for traditional employment structures.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.