Inheritance Tax Gifting Rules Could Slash Your Bill
Learn how strategic gifting can reduce inheritance tax bills by up to 40%, with rules on timing, recipients, and asset types to avoid HMRC charges.
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Treasury Unveils Reforms to Ease Bank Ring-Fencing Rules
The Treasury has announced plans to relax ring-fencing rules for banks, aiming to unlock £80 billion in additional lending and investment while maintaining key protections.
Binman's birthday card recycling rule: check for glitter
A binman reminds people that birthday cards with glitter, paint, or foil cannot be recycled and must go in general waste to avoid bin contamination.
First Direct Increases Switching Offer to £200
First direct raises its current account switching incentive to £200 for a limited period. New customers must open an account by July 15 and meet criteria including direct debits and deposits.
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Vodafone Tops UK Broadband Complaints List
Ofcom's latest report reveals Vodafone as the most complained-about broadband provider in the UK, with 11 complaints per 100,000 customers. TalkTalk also performs poorly.
Bond Rout Deepens as Iran War Fuels Inflation Fears
Global bond sell-off intensifies as Iran war threatens prolonged energy shortages, driving up borrowing costs and fueling expectations of central bank rate hikes.
Five Garden Features That Could Invalidate Home Insurance
Discover five common garden additions that may void your home insurance policy, from trampolines to trees, and how to stay covered.
UK Garden Decking Rules: Planning Permission Guide
Thinking of adding garden decking? Learn the key rules and when planning permission is required under UK permitted development rights.
Ice Cream Recalled in 17 States Over Metal Fragments
Straus Family Creamery recalls six flavors of organic ice cream in 17 US states due to potential metal contamination. No injuries reported, consumers urged to discard products.
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NFL Defends Streaming Deals Amid Trump and DOJ Scrutiny
NFL executive Hans Schroeder defends the league's streaming partnerships, stating 87% of games remain on free TV, as Donald Trump criticizes rising costs and the DOJ investigates anti-competitive behavior.
M&S Cyber Attack Recovery: One Year On, £136m Hit
Marks & Spencer is set to update shareholders on its recovery from a major cyber-attack that slashed annual profits by £136m, with pre-tax profit expected to fall 25% to £654m.
CAA Proposes Rival Bids for Heathrow Third Runway
UK aviation regulator suggests allowing other firms to design and build parts of Heathrow expansion, aiming to reduce costs and increase competition.
HMRC Warns Landlords Over 'Red Flag' Tax Schemes
HMRC warns landlords against hybrid property schemes promising easy tax savings, warning they 'do not work' and could lead to hefty bills, interest, and penalties.
New Plastic Kettles Release Millions of Microplastics into Tea
A new study reveals that boiling water in new plastic kettles releases up to 12 million nanoparticles per millilitre, raising health concerns. Researchers urge caution and better labelling.
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British Gas to Pay £70m Over Prepayment Meter Scandal
British Gas will pay £20m in compensation and write off up to £70m in energy debt for vulnerable customers after Ofgem found it forcibly installed prepayment meters without consent between 2018 and 2021.
Australia's New CGT Rules: Impact on Property Investors
Labour's capital gains tax changes from July 2027 replace the discount with indexation. See how it affects investors like Jan with our interactive calculator.
Coles Misled Shoppers on Down Down Prices
The ACCC has found Coles guilty of misleading consumers about its Down Down pricing strategy, confirming long-held suspicions about deceptive grocery pricing.
British Gas £20m Payout for Meter Failures
British Gas agrees £20m payout and compensation for prepayment meter failures, plus up to £70m debt write-off for vulnerable customers.
Nationwide Keeps Scaffolding for Nesting Pigeon
Nationwide Building Society leaves scaffolding at Beccles branch for a nesting pigeon named 'Pidge', citing legal protections under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
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Couple wins $6.2M Sydney home deal quashed over hidden tower
A $6.2 million home sale in Sydney's Bronte was voided after agents failed to disclose a planned nine-storey tower that would block ocean views.
Parking Across Your Own Driveway: £130 Fine Risk
Parking across your own driveway in the UK can lead to fines up to £130. Learn the rules, exceptions, and penalties for blocking dropped kerbs.
EPA Seeks to Relax Toxic Wastewater Limits for Coal Plants
The US EPA proposes easing 2024 rules on toxic heavy metals from coal plants, citing high costs and rising energy demand from AI and data centers.
HMRC Mandatory Tax Adviser Registration Starts May 18
HMRC alerts new mandatory tax adviser registration from May 18, 2026, aiming to raise standards and protect taxpayers. Registration is free and phased.
Bank Branch Closure Review Launched by UK Treasury
The UK government launches an independent review to assess the impact of bank branch closures, identify affected communities, and explore further legislative action to protect access to banking services.
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Nationwide Blocks Abusive Payment References
Nationwide Building Society introduces a new feature to hide harmful payment references, protecting abuse survivors from unwanted contact and control.
Stop Freezing Leftovers in Plastic Containers, Experts Warn
Experts at Which? warn against freezing leftovers in plastic containers due to microplastic release. Glass or steel containers are recommended as safer alternatives.
UK Supermarkets Face New Pricing Rules for Shoppers
New UK legislation requires major supermarkets like Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, and Asda to display unit prices clearly, banning confusing mixed measurements and regulating loyalty pricing to help shoppers compare value.
Nationwide clarifies card rules for new accounts
Nationwide Building Society has clarified that debit and credit cards cannot be used to fund new accounts like ISAs, after a customer's frustrating experience.
UK Law on Neighbour's Bins Left Out All Day
Learn about UK laws on bins left out all day. Councils can act under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 if bins cause nuisance or obstruction.
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Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair Nominee
Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair nominee 54-45, replacing Jerome Powell. Trump pressured Powell to resign; DOJ dropped case against Powell.
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