Rachel Reeves' plan to impose VAT on private medical treatments could cost families hundreds of pounds more annually, with experts warning it may overwhelm the NHS as patients return to public healthcare.
Discover the full list of UK government grants and schemes available in 2024 to help homeowners improve energy efficiency, cut costs, and increase property value.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has used her first major speech to pledge no increases to Income Tax, National Insurance, or VAT, while warning of difficult spending decisions to rebuild the economy.
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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.
Struggling with soaring energy costs? Discover 10 expert-approved, easy tricks to dramatically reduce your gas and electricity bills this winter. From simple thermostat tweaks to little-known boiler settings, start saving money today.
Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 was plunged into chaos after a major power failure, causing severe delays, cancelled flights, and lengthy queues for thousands of frustrated passengers.
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.
Reality star Kourtney Kardashian shocks fans with a bold new platinum blonde pixie cut, revealing the dramatic change was made following her recent COVID-19 diagnosis alongside husband Travis Barker.
Hollywood power couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez make a dramatic £14.5M price cut on their lavish marital home after failing to attract a buyer in a cooling property market.
Lottie Tomlinson, sister of One Direction's Louis, commands attention on the London social scene, showcasing her incredible figure in a bold, cut-out black mini dress. Get the exclusive details on her show-stopping look.
JD Wetherspoon announces a one-day price cut on food and drink this Thursday, with pints from 99p and steak meals at £7.99, to celebrate the end of the financial year.
Gibraltar faces a major emergency as a catastrophic power outage, caused by damaged undersea cables, leaves the Rock in darkness. Emergency services are inundated with calls as critical infrastructure fails.
Supermodel Gigi Hadid turned heads on a New York City date night with Bradley Cooper, showcasing a bold, racy black dress with intricate cut-out details. Get the full fashion breakdown and see all the photos here.
A teenage boy was forced to sleep rough after being locked out of his family home amid a cruel benefits cut-off. This shocking case exposes the human cost of the UK's welfare system failures.
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.
Shoppers can grab a huge 600g tub of Marmite for its lowest price in years as a major UK supermarket launches a massive price cut, saving families money on the beloved spread.
In a major immigration overhaul, Australia cuts its skilled worker visa quota and raises the bar for applicants. Discover how new points tests, higher salary thresholds, and stricter English requirements will impact British nationals seeking a life down u
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.
The National Gallery's controversial decision to stop collecting works created after 1900 has ignited a fiery national debate about artistic heritage, colonial legacy, and who gets to define British culture.
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.
A former soldier's harrowing story of how the DWP's Universal Credit system and a devastating benefits cut led him to a suicide attempt, exposing the human cost of Britain's welfare crisis.
A major power failure at Manchester Airport's Terminal 1 and 2 has caused travel chaos, with cancelled flights, lengthy delays, and passengers evacuated from the building. Get the latest updates.
UK shoppers can now secure the upcoming iPhone 16 at unprecedented pre-launch discounts. Major retailers are slashing prices, making Apple's latest flagship more affordable than ever before its official release.
A New Jersey town faces a public health emergency as its council votes to withdraw funding from life-saving ambulance services, leaving residents without guaranteed emergency medical response from January 1st.
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.
New research reveals a simple, free driving hack that can dramatically cut your fuel consumption and save you money on every journey. Discover the effortless way to reduce costs and emissions.
Cuba faces a severe nationwide power cut, plunging millions into darkness and triggering protests. The blackout, one of the worst in recent history, highlights the island's ongoing energy crisis and economic struggles.
Supermodel Kendall Jenner sends shockwaves through the fashion world by revealing a dramatic new pixie cut, leaving her 294 million Instagram followers utterly speechless. See the breathtaking before and after.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to no VAT increase on business rates, offering relief to UK firms and outlining Labour's economic strategy.