Farmer jailed for £1.2m HMRC tax fraud conspiracy
A Norfolk farmer has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating an elaborate £1.2 million VAT fraud scheme, submitting false invoices for non-existent farming services to HMRC.
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Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools in education shake-up
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new body, and remove private schools' tax breaks to invest billions in state schools.
Wetherspoon Slashes Prices in 800 Pubs
JD Wetherspoon announces a massive price cut on food and drink across its 800 pubs for 9 days, passing on VAT savings directly to customers. Find out which items are cheapest.
Labour proceeds with VAT on private school fees
Exclusive: The new Labour government is pushing forward with its manifesto pledge to add VAT to private school fees, a move that could reshape the UK's education landscape and spark fierce debate.
Reeves Scraps VAT on Energy Bills in Cost-of-Living Move
Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her first major economic move, scrapping the controversial 5% VAT on household energy bills. The bold intervention aims to slash costs for millions of families and businesses grappling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
UK Scraps VAT on Sunscreen in Major Health Victory
In a major public health victory, the UK government has abolished VAT on sunscreen products. This landmark decision aims to increase affordability and accessibility, helping to protect millions from skin cancer and rare eye tumours.
Reeves Rules Out VAT Hike on Business Rates
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to no VAT increase on business rates, offering relief to UK firms and outlining Labour's economic strategy.
Wetherspoon Boss Blasts 'Mad' VAT and Business Rates
JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin launches a fierce critique of the UK's tax system, arguing that pubs are unfairly burdened compared to supermarkets. He calls for tax equality to save the struggling industry.
Labour ends private school VAT breaks in education funding revolution
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces immediate action to remove VAT breaks from private schools to fund state education, signalling Labour's first major policy shift.
Property investors face £17k tax blow under Labour plans
Exclusive analysis reveals buy-to-let investors could lose thousands under Labour's private school VAT plans. Property experts sound alarm over unintended consequences for rental market.
Police Probe Angela Rayner Over Property Tax Claims
Greater Manchester Police launches investigation into Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner over allegations of unpaid stamp duty and potential capital gains tax violations linked to her former council house sale.
Angela Rayner faces police probe over council house sale
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner is under police investigation over the sale of her former council house amid allegations about her living arrangements and potential tax implications. The probe centres on whether she correctly declared her main reside
Starmer's advisor suggests Labour may need to raise income tax & VAT
Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer's top economics advisor, Lord Jim O'Neill, suggests Labour may need to raise income tax and VAT to fund public spending, breaking from the party's current pledge not to increase major taxes.
Gagging Order Imposed on Police in Angela Rayner House Probe
A bombshell court order has been issued to prevent three police pads from publicly disclosing details of their probe into Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner's property transactions, sparking a major transparency row.
Call to Scrap VAT on Prescription Weight-Loss Jabs
Former Culture Minister Ed Vaizey calls for VAT removal on prescription obesity drugs, arguing it would boost public health and reduce long-term NHS costs.
Angela Rayner Tax Row: PM Says It 'Doesn't Look Good'
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner faces intense scrutiny over allegations of tax avoidance and potential electoral law breaches connected to her former council house sale. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declares the situation 'doesn't look good' as pressur
Rachel Reeves Backtracks on Labour's Tax Pledge
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny after appearing to water down a key Labour manifesto promise not to raise major taxes, signalling a major shift in economic policy ahead of the general election.
Rayner Allies Rebuke Cleverly in Council Tax Row
Angela Rayner's supporters have launched a fierce rebuke against James Cleverly, dismissing his accusations of a past council tax avoidance as a 'desperate smear'. The spat threatens to derail the political truce on second homes.
Reeves's Budget Tax Raid to Decimate Hospitality Jobs
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's planned VAT overhaul for private schools could trigger a devastating chain reaction, costing the hospitality sector more than 50% of its job losses and hitting family budgets hard.
Angela Rayner's Three Homes: Tax Scandal Rocks Labour
Labour's Deputy Leader, Angela Rayner, faces intense scrutiny over the sale of a council house and allegations of tax avoidance. This exclusive investigation examines the claims, the political fallout, and the unanswered questions on her property dealings
Reeves scraps VAT exemption for private schools
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her opening move by ending VAT exemption for private schools, a key Labour pledge to fund state education. The Treasury confirms the change will proceed despite sector warnings.
Sixth Forms Braced for 'Brutal Competition' Over Labour VAT Plan
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
Reeves Rules Out VAT on Private School Fees
In a significant pre-election promise, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has explicitly committed to not extending VAT to private school fees, offering certainty to families and the education sector.
Reeves considers VAT hike to fix budget gap
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers raising VAT rates to address the UK's fiscal challenges and stimulate economic growth, sparking debate among policymakers.
Reeves: Hospitality VAT cut unfair for small businesses
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves criticises the government's VAT cut for hospitality, arguing it unfairly benefits large chains over small businesses.
HMRC Launches Major VAT Fraud Crackdown
HMRC is tightening the screws on VAT fraud with new enforcement measures. Find out how this could impact your business and what steps you need to take to stay compliant.
HMRC’s Digital Tax Rules: What You Need to Know
New Making Tax Digital rules from HMRC will require businesses to keep digital records and submit VAT returns via software. Here’s how it affects you.
HMRC's Making Tax Digital: Deadlines & Fines
HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative is rolling out new requirements for businesses and landlords. Here’s what you need to know about deadlines, penalties, and how to prepare.
Starmer pressured to scrap tourist tax to boost UK economy
Labour leader Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure from business leaders to abolish the controversial tourist tax, which they claim is harming the UK's retail and hospitality sectors.
Wealthy parents dodge Labour's private school tax hike
Labour's proposed VAT on private school fees sparks backlash as affluent families exploit loopholes, leaving state schools to bear the brunt.
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