Businesses to Slow Hiring After Autumn Budget
A new poll shows 56% of business leaders plan to slow hiring due to the Autumn Budget's measures, including tax threshold freezes and a higher minimum wage. Discover the impact on UK growth.
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Benefits Street Reacts to 'Welfare Budget' Tax Rises
Residents of Birmingham's infamous James Turner Street give their verdict on the Chancellor's plan to raise taxes for increased welfare spending. Is it fair for workers?
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
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.
Starmer defends Budget raising taxes to protect public services
PM Keir Starmer defends a £26bn tax hike in Rachel Reeves' Budget, saying it was needed to protect the NHS and lift 500,000 children from poverty by scrapping the two-child benefit cap.
Reeves defends Budget amid record tax burden claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves insists her Budget keeps taxes at an 'absolute minimum' for workers despite forecasts of a record tax burden and criticism over frozen thresholds. Discover the key measures.
1 Million More Pensioners Hit by Income Tax Freeze
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends income tax threshold freeze to 2031, dragging over a million pensioners into the tax net. Discover the full impact on retirees and working people.
Highest Tax Burden in History Funds Labour Budget
Rachel Reeves' Budget introduces highest tax burden ever, affecting pensions, property and middle earners while increasing benefits spending. Find out how you're affected.
Economists: Budget papers over cracks in UK economy
UK growth forecasts downgraded despite temporary tax rises. Economists warn Budget measures mask underlying fiscal risks as inflation and unemployment outlook worsens.
Budget Forecasts Record Tax and Spending Levels
Rachel Reeves's Budget commits to longest high spending period since WWII, with tax burden hitting 38.3% of GDP. Discover what this means for UK finances.
UK Tax Burden Hits 300-Year High Under Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has increased the UK tax burden to its highest level in over 300 years, with new forecasts revealing a 38.3% tax-to-GDP ratio. Discover the full impact of the Budget.
Reeves hikes property, savings and dividend taxes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a 2% tax rise on property, savings and dividend income in her second Budget, targeting fairness. Discover the full details.
UK Forecast: Higher Inflation and Record Tax Burden
Leaked OBR forecasts reveal higher UK inflation and unemployment, with the tax burden set to hit a record high. Discover the full economic outlook for Britain.
OBR Forecast: UK Inflation Up, Record Tax Burden
Leaked OBR forecasts reveal higher UK inflation and a record tax burden. Economic growth is set to weaken. Discover the full impact on household finances.
Clarke Mulls Scotland Future After World Cup Triumph
Steve Clarke hasn't ruled out staying as Scotland manager after ending a 27-year World Cup wait with a dramatic 4-2 win over Denmark. Read his exclusive thoughts.
Scotland Reach First World Cup Since 1998 After Denmark Win
Scotland secure World Cup qualification after 27-year absence with thrilling 4-2 victory over Denmark. Steve Clarke's side now face Pot 3 draw in December. Read more about their historic achievement.
German Coalition Crisis Over Pension Reform
A rebellion within Germany's coalition over pension reforms could bring down the government. Young MPs warn the plan unfairly burdens the younger generation. Read the full analysis.
New HMRC Tax Rules for Self-Employed in 2026
Self-employed workers and landlords earning over £50,000 must prepare for HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, requiring quarterly digital updates from April 2026. Learn how to adapt.
Reeves Plans £20-30bn Tax Rise in November Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons income tax rise but targets £20-30bn through threshold freezes, EV charges & gambling taxes. Full budget breakdown inside.
The 'Singles Tax' Costs Thousands Extra Per Year
Discover how the 'singles tax' creates a £6,300 annual financial burden for those living alone, forcing hard choices between social life and solvency. Learn more.
Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn
Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.
2024 Income Tax Shock: How Much More You Pay
Millions of UK workers face higher income tax bills from April 2024 as frozen thresholds drag more earners into higher brackets. Our comprehensive guide reveals exactly how much extra you'll pay.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
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.
HMRC Urges Millions to Claim £1.5bn Tax Refunds
HMRC is sitting on £1.5 billion in unclaimed tax refunds - discover if you're among the millions owed money and how to claim your cash before it's too late.
Scotland's NHS in catastrophic crisis
Scotland's NHS faces a devastating triple-threat as emergency department waiting times hit unprecedented levels, hundreds of operations face cancellation, and chronic bed-blocking cripples hospital capacity across the nation.
Vinted sellers face HMRC tax crackdown under new rules
HMRC launches new digital reporting requirements for online sellers using platforms like Vinted and Depop. Find out if you need to complete a tax return and avoid potential penalties.
Reeves plans 'death tax' hikes and stealth Budget levies
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing a blizzard of tax increases targeting wealthy estates and middle earners, with inheritance tax reforms and capital gains adjustments on the table. Meanwhile, horse racing escapes gambling reforms in what critics call
UK Families Face £1.1M Lifetime Tax Burden Under Labour
Exclusive analysis reveals the crushing lifetime tax burden awaiting British families as Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over Labour's fiscal plans and economic transparency.
Reeves Declares War on Tax Dodgers with New Charge
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils bold plan to target non-doms and private equity with new tax measures to fund public services, as Labour positions itself as party of fiscal responsibility.
HMRC deadline: Last hours to avoid tax return fines
Millions of Brits face imminent HMRC deadline with just hours remaining to file self-assessment tax returns or risk substantial penalties. Essential guide to avoiding fines.
HMRC cracks down on side hustle tax evasion
BBC money expert reveals HMRC's new powers to track your side income from online platforms. Discover what you need to declare and how to avoid penalties in our essential guide.
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