Dozens of UK Firms Risk Losing B Corp Status After Standards Overhaul
Dozens of UK firms risk losing B Corp status after B Lab raises standards, requiring compliance in all seven categories.
Category : Regulations
HMRC Scheme: Earn Up to £20,070 Tax-Free
The personal allowance can be boosted to £20,070 through HMRC's Rent a Room scheme, offering up to £7,500 tax-free income. Learn how to claim and save up to £3,000 annually.
UK Plans Ban on Inefficient Gas Fires and Heaters
New energy-efficiency rules could ban sale of gas fires, towel rails, and underfloor heating that don't meet standards, affecting over a third of space heating systems.
Lufthansa Cancels Flight and Refuses Alternative, Breaching Passenger Rights
Lufthansa cancels flight and refuses alternative, breaching EU passenger rights. Scottish passenger offered only refund or postponement until media intervention.
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M&S Expects £300m Profit Hit from Cyber-Attack, Recovery to Last into July
M&S expects £300m profit hit from cyber-attack, with recovery lasting into July. Website to reopen within weeks, but disruption continues.
Ndiaye Hints at Marseille Return Amid Transfer Interest
Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye suggests his story with Marseille isn't over, amid claims Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are interested in the Senegal international.
Air France and Airbus Guilty of Corporate Manslaughter in 2009 Rio-Paris Crash
Paris appeals court convicts Air France and Airbus of corporate manslaughter for 2009 crash that killed 228, fining each €225,000.
Estée Lauder Sues Walmart Over Counterfeit Beauty Products
Estée Lauder sues Walmart over alleged counterfeit beauty products sold by third-party sellers on Walmart.com, including fakes of Clinique, Tom Ford, and La Mer.
Foods To Avoid In Air Fryers According To Experts
Experts warn that foods like toad in the hole and wet batters may not cook well in air fryers due to rapid air circulation.
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Home Cooking Decline Fuels Rise in Unhealthy Ready Meals
Home cooking in Britain declines as low-income families turn to unhealthy ready meals, data shows.
Agency Slammed for Editing Lawn Photos in Rental Listing
Real estate agency criticised for photoshopping fake green grass in Adelaide rental listing, highlighting common but controversial photo editing tricks in property ads.
Dad Wins £5m Lakeside Mansion After 42 Years in Council Flat
Darren Thorpe, 53, wins £5m Lake District mansion after 42 years in a council flat, celebrating with a bus trip to the pub.
Temu Fined £173m for Failing to Stop Sale of Dangerous Products
EU fines Temu €200m for failing to stop sale of illegal and dangerous products, including unsafe baby toys and electronics.
US Supreme Court Backs FCC in Fines Dispute with AT&T and Verizon
US Supreme Court rules 8-1 to uphold FCC's in-house fine system, rejecting AT&T and Verizon's jury trial claims in a dispute over customer data penalties.
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Amazon's Logistics Expansion Blurs Line Between Small and Big Business
Amazon's new supply chain service fulfills orders for small businesses, blurring the line between supporting local makers and feeding the giant.
Government Bans Boiling Live Lobsters and Crabs
UK bans boiling live lobsters and crabs as part of animal welfare crackdown, including hen cages and puppy farming.
Mortgage Holders Warned to Check Key Date Before June 18
Homeowners are urged to check their mortgage expiry date before the Bank of England's June 18 decision to avoid costly standard variable rates.
State Pension Tax Rules: Key Changes for Claimants
Concerns arise over new state pension tax rules. The government plans to exempt those solely on state pension from income tax, but details remain unclear.
State Pension Tax Changes Raise Key Questions
Worries emerge over state pension tax changes. New policy exempts those solely on state pension, but details unclear. Experts highlight unanswered questions.
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Liverpool Poke Bar Owner on Brutal Independent Business Reality
The owner of Poke Superfood Bar in Liverpool's Baltic Triangle explains why it closed after nine months, citing high costs and financial stress, warning that independents are disappearing.
HMRC Pension Changes: New Inheritance Tax Rules in 2027
New HMRC rules from April 2027 will include unused pension pots in estates for inheritance tax, potentially increasing bills and paperwork for families.
Skipton Building Society to Cut Mortgage Rates on Monday
Skipton Building Society announces mortgage rate cuts from Monday, bringing relief to homeowners amid economic uncertainty. Rates drop by up to 0.22%.
UK Packaging Firm Liquidates After Two Years
The Packaging Factory Limited, based in Huntingdon, has entered liquidation after two-and-a-half years, citing rising costs and weakened consumer spending as key factors.
Reeves Under Fire for Unclear HGV Tax Holiday Plan
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a 12-month VED holiday for HGVs, but haulage firms are left confused over timings and eligibility, sparking criticism.
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DWP Rejects Pension Age Cut Calls
The DWP has dismissed calls to reduce the state pension age to 60 for women and 65 for men, citing historical legislation and ongoing reviews amid rising pension age to 67.
Wealth Tax on UK Billionaires: 2% Levy Could Reverse Inequality
A 2% wealth tax on fortunes above £100m could tackle rising inequality in the UK, as billionaires now own 22% of GDP, up from 5% in 1989.
New Supermarket Pricing Law Now in Force Affecting Major UK Retailers
New legislation requires UK supermarkets to display clearer unit pricing and loyalty discounts. Tesco, Asda, Aldi, and others must comply from now.
BNPL Rules Tighten: Affordability Checks from July 15
From July 15, 2026, buy now, pay later users will face mandatory affordability checks under new FCA regulations to prevent over-indebtedness and enhance consumer protections.
England Flag Rules: £2,500 Fine Risk for World Cup Fans
England fans decorating homes for the World Cup 2026 may face a £2,500 fine if they ignore flag regulations. Learn the rules for flying St George's Cross.
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Major BNPL Rule Changes from July 15
From July 15, 2026, buy now pay later firms like Klarna, Clearpay and PayPal will face FCA regulation, including mandatory affordability checks and new consumer protections.
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