Taxation

HMRC Confirms MTD Income Tax Changes: What You Need to Know for 2026

Starting in 2026, millions of self-employed individuals and landlords will be required to adopt HMRC’s new MTD system for income tax. The move promises to streamline tax reporting, but businesses…

HMRC MTD 2026

Pension Tax Burden Rises as Frozen Thresholds Hit Retirees Harder

Pensioners in the UK are facing higher tax bills due to frozen income tax thresholds, with some expected to pay nearly £3,000 more over six years. Critics argue this creates…

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New £5,490 Tax Increase Targets Petrol and Diesel Vehicles in UK’s Latest Policy Shift

The UK government’s new tax rates are about to hit drivers hard, with up to £5,490 in additional charges for petrol and diesel vehicles. Announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, these…

Rachel reeves vehicles tax

Unbeatable Road Tax Rates: Vehicles in the UK That Could Cost You Just £20 a Year

If you're looking to save on road tax, there are vehicles in the UK with some of the lowest costs, including options that cost just £20 a year. This list…

UK road tax vehicles

HMRC Clarifies Tax-Free Status of Ns&I Premium Bond Winnings

HMRC has reassured UK Premium Bond holders that their winnings are completely tax-free. This clarification aims to address confusion about whether such prizes require tax declaration.

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Martin Lewis Issues Cash ISA Alert as Tax Year Begins

Martin Lewis urges savers to act quickly and use their full £20,000 Cash ISA allowance before potential reductions. The Autumn Budget may bring significant changes, with rumours suggesting a cut…

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Council Tax Shock as Households in 28 Areas Face £3,221 Annual Bills Under Labour Green Light

Thousands of households across England are set to be hit with council tax bills exceeding £3,000 a year. The increases come as local authorities respond to funding pressures and rising…

Council tax

Major UK Tax Reform Coming Next Week: What It Means for Thousands

A major UK tax reform will reshape the way foreign residents are taxed starting April 6, 2025. The end of the non-dom tax status is set to impact thousands across…

Major UK Tax Reform Coming Next Week : What It Means for Thousands

HMRC’s Interest Rate Increase: What to Expect from April 2025 on Overdue Taxes

From April 2025, HMRC will raise interest rates on overdue tax payments, increasing financial pressure on businesses and individuals alike. This hike, part of a wider crackdown on unpaid tax,…

HMRC interest rates

DVLA Car Tax Update: Some Vehicles Exempt From Payment

Starting April 1, 2025, electric vehicles will be subject to Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), with a minimal £10 charge for the first year. The DVLA has also clarified that historic…

DVLA Car Tax

DVLA Car Tax Set to Double Today – 1.2 Million Drivers Pay for the First Time

Starting today, the DVLA car tax doubles for many new vehicles, including petrol, diesel, and electric cars. These changes come as part of a government plan to update tax rates…

New Pay Per Mile Car Tax Could Cost Drivers £1,080 For 'average' Mileage

UK Treasury Responds to Call for Personal Tax Allowance Increase to £20,000

A campaign calling for an increase in the UK’s personal tax allowance to £20,000 has gained significant traction. The Treasury has responded, stating that there are no plans to make…

Personal Tax Allowance

HMRC Warning as Millions of Pensioners Near Tax Threshold After April Rise

A key change this April could see millions of pensioners unexpectedly pulled into HMRC’s tax net—raising fresh concerns about retirement income and financial planning.

HMRC

Britons Face Widespread Bill Increases as April Hikes Take Effect

Millions across the UK face sharp bill increases this April, from energy to water and council tax. Rising costs fuel concerns over household budgets and calls for urgent government action.

Britons Face Bill Increases

Major UK Vehicle Tax Overhaul Coming April 2025: Who Will Be Affected and Who Is Exempt

New rules are coming for UK drivers in April 2025. While some face rising costs, others will continue to pay nothing at all.

Vehicle Tax

HMRC Unveils Three Major Tax Changes Impacting Millions of UK Households by 2028

New HMRC rules could mean major shifts for landlords and sole traders starting in 2026. With phased thresholds and stricter digital reporting requirements, the reforms will touch the lives of…

HMRC

Medical Conditions That May Exempt Patients From Paying Council Tax in the UK

Thousands across the UK could be missing out on council tax reductions linked to medical conditions. Understanding the criteria may unlock years of potential savings.

Council Tax

HMRC Payslip Codes Explained: Here’s How They May Affect Your Tax Refund

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…

HMRC

Over Nine Million State Pensioners to Face Tax Under New ‘Retirement Tax’ Rules

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…

State Pensioners

New UK Inheritance Tax Rules on Pensions -What You Need to Know

A partir d'avril 2027, les nouvelles règles fiscales sur les successions en Grande-Bretagne toucheront les pensions à cotisations définies. Ces changements pourraient entraîner des taxes plus élevées pour les héritiers…

Inheritance Tax

Rachel Reeves Urged to Scrap ‘Stealth Tax’ as One in Seven Britons to Be ‘Classed as Higher Earners’

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…

Rachel Reeves

Commons Debate Opens Path to Potential Rise in Personal Tax Allowance

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…

Rachel Reeves Personal Tax Allowance

HMRC Forces Fraud Victims to Pay Tax on Stolen Pension Savings

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…

HMRC fraud payments

Petition to Raise UK Personal Tax Allowance to £20,000 Gains Momentum

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…

Petition to Raise UK Personal Tax Allowance to £20,000 Gains Momentum

HMRC Tax System: Why High Earners Could Face Up to 60% Tax Rates

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…

HMRC Tax system

Drivers to Face £345 Car Tax Fees in Less Than 3 Weeks Amid April Tax Increase

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,…

Car Tax

As Disability Cuts Loom, Starmer Urged to Consider Wealth Tax Alternative

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…

Keir Starmer cuts

How the Upcoming Inheritance Tax Changes Will Affect You in 2025

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…

How the Upcoming Inheritance Tax Changes Will Affect You in 2025

Pensioners Could Get £1,000 Tax Break as HMRC Faces Pressure

The government is under pressure to lift pensioners out of tax brackets as rising state pensions edge closer to the frozen £12,570 threshold. Campaigners demand urgent action, warning that retirees…

HMRC Pensioners

UK Drivers Face New DVLA Car Tax Rules From April 2025

From April 2025, electric and low-emission vehicles will no longer be exempt from road tax. The DVLA confirms all vehicles will now be taxed under the same system as petrol…

DVLA Car Tax Rules

Martin Lewis Issues Urgent Warning for Anyone With Over £10,000 in Savings

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.

Martin Lewis

UK Drivers Urged to Act Before Car Tax Hike Hits Electric Vehicles

Starting in April 2025, all electric vehicles in the UK will face a new Car Tax of £195 annually, urging drivers to act before the change takes effect.

Electric Vehicles

UK High Street Faces £1BN Tax Hike as Business Rates Discount Is Slashed

Shops, pubs, and restaurants across England will face a significant tax hike in April as the government reduces its business rates discount. Industry experts warn that small businesses will be…

UK High Street Faces Business Rates Discount

HMRC Update: Some Drivers Spared From April’s Car Tax Increase

Car tax changes are coming in April, but HMRC has confirmed a key exemption that could save some drivers from higher costs. The update brings relief to businesses and individuals…

HMRC double cap pickup

Council Tax Bills Are Changing in Cambridgeshire—Check Your New Rate

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…

Council tax

UK Vehicle Tax Shake-Up: Electric Car Owners Face New £2,000 Levy From April

Starting April, major changes to UK vehicle tax will leave millions of drivers paying more, including those who own electric cars. The Expensive Car Supplement, once exempting EVs, now adds…

UK electric vehicle tax

Martin Lewis Warns Savers About £20,000 Tax Threshold on Interest Earnings

Many savers may unknowingly exceed tax-free interest limits, leading to unexpected charges. Martin Lewis explains how income levels determine these thresholds and ways to reduce tax on savings.

Martin Lewis

ISA Tax Blow: Millions Face Higher Costs as Reeves Slashes Tax-Free Allowance

Millions of savers could be hit with a significant new tax as the government considers cutting ISA allowances. The potential change could mean thousands lost in tax-free interest, sparking industry-wide…

UK Cash ISA

Pensioners Caught in Tax Trap as State Pension Breaches Allowance

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…

Pensioners

Council Tax Slashed: UK Households Won’t Pay a Penny for the Next Month

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.

UK council tax

Labour MP Breaks Ranks to Oppose Farm Tax, Sparking Party Tensions

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…

Labour farmers

HMRC P800 Letters Are on Their Way – Find Out if You’re Owed a Tax Refund

HMRC P800 letters are being sent out, informing taxpayers whether they are due a refund or need to settle unpaid tax. Find out what it means for you.

HMRC P800 Letters

UK Electric Car Drivers Urged to Renew Tax Now to Save £195 Before April Deadline

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.

UK Electric Car

Rachel Reeves May Target Five Key Areas for Tax Increases in the Spring Statement

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…

Rachel Reeves

ISA Savers Can Bypass New Cash Limit With ‘Proxy’ Accounts – Expert Reveals How

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.

ISA Savers Can Bypass New Cash Limit With ‘Proxy’ Accounts – Expert Reveals How

UK Explores New Car Taxes to Offset £25BN Fuel Duty Decline

The rise of electric vehicles is reshaping the UK’s tax landscape, with fuel duty revenue set to plunge. A government report warns of a £25bn shortfall, raising urgent questions about…

Electric cars

Pensioners Face New Tax Threat—Calls Grow for £1,000 Personal Allowance Increase

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…

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HMRC Warns Millions in the UK About New Tax Charges – Are You Affected?

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,…

HMRC Letter

Scotland’s Council Tax Increases: The Areas Facing New Hikes Today

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…

Council tax increases

HMRC Pulls Thousands Into Inheritance Tax Net – Could You Be Next?

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

Inheritance Tax
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