Taxation

Many UK workers never question the tax code on their payslip — yet it quietly shapes their take-home pay. A small adjustment by HMRC can mean the difference between overpaying…

Starting in April 2026, over nine million state pensioners will be taxed for the first time as their pensions exceed the personal income tax allowance. This change, driven by the…

Experts warn that the continued freeze on tax thresholds is exacerbating the Stealth Tax issue, pushing more Britons into higher tax brackets. Chancellor Reeves faces growing pressure to act before…

Calls to raise the Personal Tax Allowance are reigniting debate over the fairness of the UK’s tax system. Millions could be affected if fiscal thresholds remain frozen through the next…

Pension fraud victims in the UK are being forced to pay tax on money stolen by criminals, sparking outrage across the country. Many are left in financial distress after losing…

Pressure is mounting on the government as calls to raise the Tax Allowance gain momentum. With a parliamentary debate now possible, the issue remains a focal point ahead of the…

The UK’s tax system is causing a huge financial burden for high earners, with many now facing tax rates of up to 60%. Thousands of workers, earning between £100,000 and…

Starting April 1, 2025, van owners will face a £10 increase in Vehicle Excise Duty, bringing the annual tax to £345. Electric vans will also be subject to Car Tax,…

As the government looks to implement significant cuts to disability benefits, Labour faces increasing internal criticism. Senior figures, including Diane Abbott and Andy Burnham, are calling for a wealth tax…

Starting in April 2025, new Inheritance Tax rules will affect how assets are taxed, with significant changes on the horizon. These adjustments are expected to impact many families, particularly those…

Martin Lewis has issued a warning to savers with over £10,000 in the bank, explaining how a little-known tax rule could mean they owe more to HMRC than they expect.

Most Cambridgeshire residents will see a council tax increase this year, with authorities adjusting their rates for 2025. While some districts have opted for a freeze, others have approved higher…

For decades, the state pension has been a lifeline for retirees, but now a major financial shift could change that. As pension payments increase, frozen tax thresholds mean millions may…

Those who pay in ten instalments rather than twelve will automatically benefit from this break in February and March, easing financial pressures at the start of the year.

A Labour MP has gone public with concerns over the proposed farm tax, calling for urgent changes to protect small family-run farms. Behind closed doors, discontent is reportedly spreading among…

Electric car drivers in the UK risk paying an extra £195 in road tax from April 2025. Renewing before the deadline could extend their tax exemption for another year.

Tax hikes could be on the horizon as Rachel Reeves eyes new revenue sources in the upcoming Spring Statement. From pensions to inheritance tax, five key areas may be targeted—will…

Savers may need to consider proxy ISAs if the annual cash ISA limit is reduced. Experts warn that holding too much cash in ISAs could hinder long-term growth.

Campaigners say the government’s tax policies are unfairly pushing pensioners into taxation, despite their limited incomes. With the state pension nearing the tax threshold, many retirees could soon find themselves…

Millions of UK taxpayers are now facing unexpected HMRC tax bills on their savings due to rising interest rates and frozen allowances. With more people exceeding their Personal Savings Allowance,…

Several Scottish councils are finalising their tax increases today, with some residents facing the largest hikes in years. More than half of the country’s local authorities are announcing their rates…

Thousands of families are facing unexpected inheritance tax bills as frozen thresholds and rising property values push more estates above the tax-free limit.

Council tax bills are set to rise across 29 UK local authorities, with some households facing hikes of over £200. Which areas are affected, and why are these increases happening…

Major car tax changes are coming in April 2025, hitting petrol, diesel, and even electric vehicle owners. Find out who will pay more and how much it could cost you.

Millions of parents could unlock up to £4,000 in childcare savings with a simple 20-minute HMRC task. Are you missing out?

Major changes to UK vehicle tax are coming in 2025, with some drivers facing charges of up to £195 for the first time. Find out who will be affected and…

Late tax filings could lead to rising penalties and increased scrutiny from HMRC. Many taxpayers are now facing unexpected financial consequences.

HMRC just reversed course on a key tax policy that could have cost private equity firms and accounting giants millions. The decision follows intense lobbying and signals a shift in…

Low-income households in the UK are seeing a growing portion of their earnings consumed by council tax, according to new research. The bottom fifth of earners now pay 4.8% of…

Could income tax changes be on the horizon? Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly reviewing options to tackle growing fiscal pressures, with a potential freeze on tax thresholds being discussed. As…

A major tax reform petition has reached a key threshold, forcing the government to issue an official update on whether the Personal Tax Allowance could rise to £20,000. Supporters say…

Thousands of UK taxpayers are receiving Simple Assessment Letters from HMRC, informing them of tax owed or refunds due. With more pensioners and savers being drawn into the tax system…