Labour's Tax Rises to Cost Households £1,000 a Year
Think tanks warn Labour's record-breaking tax increases will leave the richest half of UK households £1,000 worse off annually. Discover the full economic impact.
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Starmer defends tax-raising Budget amid manifesto row
Keir Starmer defends the tax-raising Budget as essential for public services and fighting child poverty, while experts warn it fails to boost growth. Read the full analysis.
IFS Questions £150 Energy Bill Cut in Reeves' Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges £150 energy bill cut by scrapping ECO scheme, but the IFS warns savings will plummet to just £39 by 2029/30, drawing criticism from climate campaigners.
IFS: Labour's Budget a 'Fiscal Fiction'
Rachel Reeves' budget faces IFS criticism as 'fiscal fiction' with most tax rises delayed until 2029. Will Labour's election-year plans prove realistic? Read our analysis.
IFS: 'Truly Dismal' Income Growth in Labour Budget
Institute for Fiscal Studies analysis reveals average disposable incomes will grow just 0.5% annually, warning of spending challenges ahead. Discover the full verdict.
IFS dismisses Rachel Reeves' £30bn tax bomb defence
The IFS has dismissed Rachel Reeves' claim of 'no choice' on £30bn tax rises, highlighting a bleak outlook for household incomes. Discover the full analysis of the Budget's impact.
IFS: Chancellor must be bolder on tax for growth
The Institute for Fiscal Studies calls on Rachel Reeves to pursue ambitious tax reform after the Budget failed to 'move the dial' on UK economic growth forecasts.
IFS: Reeves broke tax pledge in Budget
The IFS says Rachel Reeves broke a manifesto pledge with £26bn tax hikes, pushing the tax burden to a record high. Read the full analysis.
Budget Leak Causes Market Chaos, Tax Hikes Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces Budget leak crisis revealing tax increases for one in four workers by 2030, sparking financial market turmoil and political fallout.
Reeves' £22bn Budget gap threatens pension tax relief
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces tough pension tax decisions in today's Budget as IFS warns she needs £22bn. Discover how higher-rate relief and tax-free lump sums could be targeted.
NHS lifestyle quiz criticised before Budget announcement
The NHS's new five-minute lifestyle quiz faces voter criticism for poor timing as it launches days before Rachel Reeves' budget. Critics call it tone-deaf amid financial concerns.
Reeves' Budget Faces 'Stealth Tax' Breach Warning
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused of breaking manifesto pledges with frozen tax thresholds, potentially dragging 1.75 million into higher rates. Experts warn of £8-9bn tax rise.
Tax Threshold Freeze Impact on State Pension & Benefits
New IFS analysis reveals how the frozen £12,570 tax threshold will pull millions into paying more income tax. Discover the impact on pensioners and low-income families.
Depression Soars Among Middle-Aged Women in UK
A stark IFS report reveals over 20% of women aged 55-64 now live with depressive symptoms, driven by financial strain and caring duties. Discover the economic implications.
IFS: Reeves faces worst economic inheritance since WWII
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's economic reality as experts warn of 'dark clouds' gathering over public finances, with tough decisions on tax and spending looming.
Farage's Tax Reforms Create £40bn Budget Hole
Reform UK's manifesto pledges would create massive budget shortfall requiring severe spending cuts or tax rises elsewhere, according to IFS analysis of Nigel Farage's economic plans.
Migrant wins £40k after Home Office age dispute
A Sudanese migrant successfully sued the UK government for £40,000 after officials incorrectly assessed his age, sparking fresh debate over Home Office age assessment procedures and taxpayer costs.
Brisbane students protest 'impossible' history exam
Year 12 students in Queensland are demanding a marking review after confronting what they describe as an unfairly difficult Ancient History exam that failed to reflect their curriculum studies.
DWP Motability changes spark disabled transport fears
Major changes to the Motability scheme could leave disabled people without vital transport as the DWP introduces stricter PIP assessment rules. Find out how this affects you.
Brisbane school exam blunder: Wrong papers given
Exclusive: A significant administrative error at one of Queensland's top schools saw students sitting incorrect exams, raising serious concerns about assessment integrity and student welfare during crucial testing periods.
Tax Deadline: Avoid £1650 ATO Fine - Oct 31
Millions of Brits risk substantial penalties as the October 31st self-assessment deadline approaches. Learn how to avoid the Australian Tax Office's automatic fines and secure your financial future.
TikTok's Bio Age Test: Experts Reveal The Truth
Discover why the viral 'Bio Age' test is taking TikTok by storm and what longevity experts really think about this quick knee-jump assessment claiming to measure your biological age.
Universal Credit health rules changing for 180,000
Major DWP reforms will require over 180,000 Universal Credit claimants with health issues to meet with work coaches or risk benefit reductions in government back-to-work drive.
IFS demolishes Lib Dem £2.5bn tax cut pledge
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey confronts mounting criticism after the Institute for Fiscal Studies dismantles his party's flagship £2.5bn tax cut proposal, revealing significant funding gaps and questioning economic credibility ahead of crucial elec
£50k+ earners: crucial tax deadline warning
HMRC issues urgent warning to higher earners as 31 January self-assessment deadline approaches. Discover what you need to do to avoid penalties.
Irish President Michael D. Higgins hospitalised for assessment
Irish President Michael D. Higgins has been admitted to hospital for medical assessment after feeling unwell, with his schedule temporarily suspended as he receives care.
15-Second Animal Personality Test Reveals Your Traits
Discover how a simple visual test involving four animals can uncover your deepest personality traits and provide surprising insights into your character in just seconds.
DWP changes PIP assessment rules after tribunal ruling
A landmark tribunal ruling has forced the DWP to rewrite disability assessment guidance after a woman's PIP claim was rejected for wearing a bra during her assessment, sparking widespread criticism of the system.
TikTok star's ADHD diagnosis journey goes viral
Scottish TikTok creator Lucy Pride shares her emotional NHS ADHD diagnosis story, sparking important mental health conversations and helping thousands feel less alone.
DWP PIP assessment bra removal ruled unacceptable
A landmark tribunal ruling condemns DWP assessment practices after a disabled woman was forced to remove her bra during a PIP assessment, sparking widespread outrage and calls for reform.
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