Finance

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 hmrc tax personalallowance savings inflation incometax lowincome finance stealthtax pensions

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is poised to send letters to UK households demanding an additional £992 in taxes, delivering a harsh blow to low-income families. This unexpected burden stems from a little-known tax change … Read More

Monday, November 17, 2025 martinlewis studentloan refund overpayment finance repayment threshold ukfinance moneytips studentdebt

Martin Lewis is urging anyone still repaying their student loans to take a closer look at their accounts, as millions of people across the UK may be entitled to refunds. The renowned finance expert has explained why … Read More

Sunday, November 16, 2025 santander amazon giftcard banking currentaccount cashback offers moneysaving finance promotions

Santander is now rewarding customers with a £100 Amazon gift card without requiring them to switch their main current account. Unlike typical cash incentives that demand transferring direct debits and salary payments, this … Read More

Sunday, November 16, 2025 pension statepension dwp retirement aegon pensionage lifespan finance pensionpolicy earlyaccess

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been urged to consider allowing workers to claim their Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) state pension up to three years earlier than the standard pension age, with the trade-off of receiving … Read More

Saturday, November 15, 2025 universalcredit welfare dwp disability healthcare benefits government cuts socialsupport finance

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that from April 2026, new Universal Credit (UC) claimants with health conditions will receive significantly reduced financial support under revised government rules. … Read More

Saturday, November 15, 2025 isa savings investment stockmarket mortgage finance treasury budget financialeducation savers

MPs have warned Rachel Reeves that cutting the cash ISA limit will not stimulate the stock market. The Treasury committee highlighted concerns that such a move in the upcoming November budget might instead lead to higher … Read More

Friday, November 14, 2025 santander banking switching currentaccount incentive directdebits payments finance accounts bonus

Santander is sweetening the deal for customers switching their current accounts by offering a £200 bonus to those who successfully move to the bank using the Current Account Switch Service. The bank encourages potential … Read More

Thursday, November 13, 2025 tax ev vehicles drivers charge mileage 2028 newpolicy finance motoring

The Labour Party Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed the start date for the controversial new car tax plan, set to charge drivers 3p per mile. Electric vehicle (EV) owners covering 10,000 miles annually could face an … Read More

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 birmingham labour council strike unite resignations politicalcrisis finance bins localgovernment

Birmingham Labour’s hold on power is under serious threat after a series of resignations, defections, and absences led to a dramatic vote loss at the city council’s recent full meeting. The turmoil stems largely from ongoing … Read More

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 pension statepension dwp triplelock labour retirement income taxation inflation finance

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is poised to increase payments for new state pensioners by 4.8%, adhering to the Triple Lock guarantee under the Labour government. This rise means those receiving the full new state … Read More

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 hmrc pensions tax lumpsum retirement finance taxcharge budget inheritance investments

HMRC is signaling potential penalties for UK households considering withdrawing their tax-free pension lump sum ahead of the upcoming Labour Party Autumn Budget in two weeks. Currently, most people can withdraw up to 25% of … Read More

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 inheritance tax hmrc uk budget exemptions pension gifting wealth finance

UK households may soon face the removal of key exemptions on inheritance tax (IHT), long known as the country’s most unpopular tax. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver the Autumn Budget on November 26 amid … Read More

Monday, November 10, 2025 sandwell counciltax budget deficit cuts gardenwaste socialcare inflation finance localgovernment

Sandwell Council has announced plans to increase council tax and garden waste collection fees to address a £17 million shortfall in its 2026/27 budget. The council intends to implement a 4.99% rise in council tax, resulting … Read More

Sunday, November 9, 2025 pensioners attendanceallowance dwp benefits care finance eligibility support underclaiming welfare

State pensioners across the UK could be entitled to receive up to £441 a month through Attendance Allowance, even if they already receive other support from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). However, this vital … Read More

Saturday, November 8, 2025 nsi bonds savings finance investment treasury woodward rates government director

National Savings and Investments (NS&I), the UK Treasury-backed savings institution, has made a significant announcement impacting its 24 million customers that will extend through 2029. David Woodward has been … Read More

Friday, November 7, 2025 hmrc tax incometax budget chancellor labour cbi nationalinsurance finance ukeconomy

Thousands of UK workers could face an inevitable tax increase of at least £124 due to forthcoming changes proposed by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) under the current Labour government. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is being … Read More

Friday, November 7, 2025 pensions investment uk economy labour finance capital business stocks recession

More than 250 senior business leaders have written to Labour Party Chancellor Rachel Reeves, urging her to use the upcoming Autumn Statement to compel UK pension funds to increase their investments in British companies. The … Read More

Thursday, November 6, 2025 m&s johnlewis giftcards christmas shopping finance retail expiry vouchers money

As the Christmas season approaches, a staggering £300 million in unredeemed gift card balances is sitting idle among M&S and John Lewis customers. New research from credit card company thimbl.com reveals that thousands of … Read More

Thursday, November 6, 2025 hmrc pensions ukbudget finance retirement taxrelief budget2023 labourgovernment financialplanning investment

The recent adjustments introduced by HMRC in late November have sparked concerns about potential long-term harm to UK households, particularly regarding pensions. As anticipation builds around the forthcoming Labour … Read More

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 barclays renters house-sharing finance homeownership mortgage debt communication property lifestyle

Barclays has issued a cautionary message aimed at renters, highlighting the risk of losing an average of £553 from their bank accounts due to unpaid bills, communal costs, and damages caused by housemates. Despite the … Read More

Sunday, November 2, 2025 isa savings tax budget investment finance ukeconomy inflation policy personalfinance

Personal finance experts have voiced strong concerns over the proposed reduction of the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 to £10,000, expected to be announced in the upcoming Autumn Budget. Industry specialists warn this move … Read More