Tony Blair warns Andy Burnham against capital gains tax hike
Tony Blair's think tank warns Andy Burnham that hiking capital gains tax to income tax levels would be a 'terrible policy' sending wrong signal to entrepreneurs.
Category : Regulations
Can I Open Someone Else's Mail? Law That Could Land You in Jail
Opening someone else's mail is illegal under the Postal Service Act 2000, with penalties including fines up to £5,000 or six months in prison. Learn the law and what to do if you receive misdelivered mail.
Cruel DWP loophole forces £17 weekly NI payments
A financial advisor reveals a DWP loophole where some state pensioners pay £17 per week in National Insurance that doesn't count towards their pension, depending on their birthday.
Cheapest Petrol and Diesel in Greater Manchester Today (05.07.2026)
Costco Wholesale in Oldham offers the cheapest petrol at 139.9p per litre, saving drivers up to £17 compared to the most expensive station.
Opelka Blasts Doubles Players as ATP Cuts Prize Money
Reilly Opelka attacks doubles players as 'lacking talent' after ATP proposes halving doubles draws and cutting prize money from 20% to 10% by 2028, sparking backlash from Henry Patten and others.
Woman loses 9st naturally after refusing gastric band
Melanie Sivier, 38, refused gastric band surgery and weight-loss jabs, losing 9st naturally through diet and exercise, dropping from size 32 to 14, but now faces £18,000 for excess skin removal.
Couple's Anniversary Ruined by 'Dreadful' Hotel
A couple's wedding anniversary was ruined after travelling 160 miles to a North Wales hotel that was 'nothing like' online photos, with stained carpets, broken amenities, and a padlocked spa.
DWP Motability Changes: Luxury Cars Face Extra Charges
DWP Motability rule changes now in force require VAT on advance payments for luxury cars and insurance premium tax on new leases, aiming to save £1 billion by 2030.
DWP Motability Extra Charge Now in Force
New DWP Motability rules impose VAT and insurance tax on advance payments, aiming to save £1 billion by 2030, affecting luxury vehicle leases.
Burnham Tax Raid to Hit 150,000 UK Households
Andy Burnham, likely next PM, plans to lower the threshold for an extra levy on homes worth £1.5m, affecting over 150,000 families, mainly in southern England.
Louis Vuitton Dutch Arm Pays 500k In Money Laundering Settlement
Louis Vuitton's Dutch arm pays €500k to settle money laundering case over failure to identify suspicious cash purchases.
Aldi Health Logo Rollout: Eat Well on a Budget
Aldi is introducing a high-in-fibre logo on own-brand products to help shoppers make healthier choices. Chief commercial officer Julie Ashfield shares tips on eating well affordably.
9 Players to Replace Sandro Tonali at Newcastle
Newcastle United have £100m to reinvest after selling Sandro Tonali to Tottenham. Here are nine high-potential midfield targets including Adam Wharton, Alex Scott, and Angelo Stiller.
Tesco Bacon Tops Sainsbury's: No Shrinkage Wins
Journalist Brian Dillon compared own-brand bacon from Tesco and Sainsbury's. Tesco won because the rashers did not shrink during cooking, offering better texture and flavour.
UK Seaside Town Restaurant MacMillans Enters Liquidation
MacMillans Bar and Grill in Worthing, West Sussex, entered voluntary liquidation on June 29 after 39 years of operation, with the site rebranded as 'The Next of Kin' by new operators.
Blair's Think Tank Warns Burnham Against Capital Gains Tax Hike
Sir Tony Blair's institute warns Andy Burnham against equalising capital gains tax with income tax, arguing it would hurt innovation and send the wrong signal to entrepreneurs.
New Price Label Law Hits Major UK Supermarkets
A law change governing supermarket price labels is now in force, affecting Morrisons, Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Waitrose and all major UK supermarkets. The Price Marking Order reforms standardise unit pricing, ban mixed measurements, and regulate lo
UK Households Face Bills Almost Three Times Higher Under Burnham Land Tax
Analysis shows a land value tax backed by Andy Burnham could see southern homeowners pay £1,650 annually, while northerners pay just £600, reversing current council tax patterns.
Getting Married Can Cost £10,000 a Year Under DWP Benefit Rules
A single mother is nearly £10,000 a year worse off if she marries or moves in with her child's father, according to a Centre for Social Justice report warning of a 'couple penalty' in the benefits system.
Vet Warns Pet Bills Could Rise Under New Reforms
Greater price transparency for vet bills could push consultation fees higher, warns industry expert Eddie Holmes, as independent practices may raise prices to match corporate chains.
Former Social Club Could Become Tesco Express
Plans have been submitted to demolish the former R.A.O.B club in Gwaun Cae Gurwen and build a Tesco Express, addressing limited convenience shopping options in the area.
School Uniform Branded Items Limited to Three from September
From September, schools must limit branded uniform items to three pieces under the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act, aiming to cut costs for parents. Free breakfast clubs and expanded free school meals also included.
HMRC Rule Change: Fines Even If PAYE, VAT Paid On Time
New HMRC proposals could fine businesses for paying VAT and PAYE on time but via the wrong method. Consultation open until August 16, 2026. Accountants and owners criticise the plan as penalising compliant firms.
HMRC Plan Could Fine for Wrong Payment Method
A proposed HMRC rule change could see businesses fined for paying VAT and PAYE on time but via the wrong method. The consultation on mandatory Direct Debit runs until August 16, 2026.
HMRC Rule Could Fine Businesses for Paying Taxes on Time
New HMRC proposals could fine businesses for paying PAYE and VAT on time if not via Direct Debit. Consultation until August 16, 2026. Critics call it an 'oddity' that penalizes compliant firms.
FCA Ordered to Partly Suspend Car Finance Compensation Scheme
Court orders FCA to partially suspend £9.1bn car finance compensation scheme, delaying payouts for millions of motorists until legal challenges are heard.
Rachel Reeves' 22 Car Tax Hikes in 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has implemented 22 Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) band increases since April 2026, raising costs for petrol and diesel car owners by hundreds of pounds annually.
New HMRC VAT Road Fuel Charges 2026-2027: Full Rates
HMRC introduces new VAT road fuel scale charges from May 1, 2026, affecting petrol and diesel drivers. Rates range from £657 to £2,297 per year based on CO2 emissions.
Washing Machine Loud Noises: Common Causes and Fixes
Loud noises from your washing machine often stem from common issues like uneven flooring, unbalanced loads, or transit bolts. Experts at Which? and Bosch provide step-by-step fixes to silence your machine.
TAG Heuer F1 Watch Reduced by £320 for British Grand Prix
TAG Heuer's Formula 1 watch is discounted 20% to £1,280 at Goldsmiths for the British Grand Prix. The brand dominates racing-inspired watch sales with 73% market share.
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