The Home Office annual report reveals nearly £100 million in wasted taxpayer money, including £3.2 million on cancelled deportation flights and £22.9 million on an empty hotel, sparking fury amid the cost of living crisis.
The UK government plans to ban unlicensed casinos from sponsoring sports teams from 2027, impacting Premier League clubs like Everton and Formula One, to protect vulnerable people and reduce money laundering risks.
The UK's largest pub chain, Stonegate Group, faces a statutory investigation by the pubs code adjudicator over alleged unfair treatment of landlords, potentially facing a fine of over £16m.
Nationwide's board faces modest rebellion but members lack binding votes on pay and takeovers, highlighting need for governance overhaul.
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Incoming PM Andy Burnham signals wealth tax is off the agenda for now, easing business concerns but limiting economic options. Shabana Mahmood tipped as chancellor.
CBI chief Rain Newton-Smith warns Andy Burnham against a 'summer of speculation' on tax and spending, urging stability and public-private partnerships for UK growth.
South Lanarkshire Council has introduced new bulk uplift collection rules requiring residents to leave items within their property boundary, not on pavements, to reduce obstructions.
The UK Government launches a consultation to reform 200-year-old marriage laws, allowing couples to marry almost anywhere and reduce the average £20,000 wedding cost.
Stonegate Group, owner of many Liverpool pubs, faces a formal investigation by the Pubs Code Adjudicator over suspected failure to treat tenants fairly, with concerns raised over transparency and satisfaction ratings.
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The Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) switch-off has been successfully completed, UK Energy Consumers Minister Martin McCluskey announced. A small number of old meters remain but are not relied upon.
Drivers could face an unlimited fine and up to nine penalty points for failing to keep their car well-ventilated under Highway Code Rule 237, warns expert as UK heatwave continues.
Andy Burnham says it's too soon to commit to a wealth tax but won't rule it out, as he prepares to become Prime Minister on July 17.
The UK Government confirms new leasehold rules from 2027, requiring landlords to provide annual reports and detailed service charge demands, enhancing transparency and protections for leaseholders in England.
The Competition and Markets Authority investigates Euro Car Parks after drivers reportedly received parking tickets while queuing for petrol or car washes at forecourts.
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Nationwide has reduced the minimum joint income for 6x salary mortgages from £100,000 to £75,000, effective today. Brokers welcome the move but caution borrowers not to overstretch.
Cardiff Council has approved a workplace parking levy for consultation, expected to raise £10m annually for public transport. The levy targets larger businesses, with a proposed £750 per space.
Which? blind taste test reveals Lidl, Aldi, and Morrisons own-brand sausages outperform Jolly Hog and Porky Whites, with scores of 73%, 72%, and 72% respectively.
A major HMRC change confirmed for state pension tax: from 2027, those with only state pension income won't pay tax. A petition calls for full tax exemption on state pension.
The UK government plans to raise the State Pension age to 68 by 2037, seven years earlier than legislated, affecting around five million people aged 49-55 and saving the Treasury £6 billion annually.
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Michael Fielding, 83, faces court after refusing to pay council tax due to a six-year dispute over his home's banding, claiming he has overpaid £15,000 over 30 years.
Lando Norris will start no higher than 11th at the Belgian GP after McLaren fitted a fourth control electronics unit, exceeding the seasonal allowance due to reliability issues.
Consumer watchdog Which? has issued 'do not buy' warnings for six products, including a car seat that scored zero, a stroller with wheel detachment, and a blood pressure monitor that failed accuracy tests.
Agile Property and Homes, a low-carbon modular housebuilder, has entered administration after seven years, citing soaring costs and a struggling sector.
Average fixed mortgage rates have edged up this week, with the two-year rate at 5.48% and five-year at 5.50%, reversing previous cuts amid Middle East uncertainty.
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Consumer watchdog Which? has named four products as 'do not buy' due to safety failures, including a car seat that detached in crash tests and a blood pressure monitor that failed accuracy standards.
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Homeowners in England planning to change windows or add external features like shutters may need planning permission, warns Planning Portal expert John Van Eker. Like-for-like replacements are usually exempt, but changes in materials or appearance often r
Nationwide, Barclays and Virgin Money have increased mortgage rates by up to 0.37 percentage points, citing Middle East tensions and rising swap rates, as brokers warn of more hikes ahead.
Ross Mathieson was stopped by Kent Police and the Environment Agency while paddleboarding on the River Medway and told he could face a £1,000 fine for not having a £65 river licence.
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Rachel Reeves' 3p per mile car tax for electric vehicles will increase with inflation from 2029, adding to existing VED and luxury car taxes, confirmed by the Treasury.
