Major changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules coming into effect in April 2027 could push family IHT bills up by an average of £34,000. Under the new legislation, most unused pension funds and certain pension death benefits …
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel guidance for Senegal, highlighting significant legislative changes affecting LGBT+ travellers. As of March 30, 2026, Senegal has enforced new …
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) have announced an important MOT testing change effective from June 1, 2026. Zero emission goods vehicles with a design gross …
Birmingham has witnessed a concerning increase in hate crimes targeting the LGBTQ+ community, with 634 recorded incidents in 2025 alone. This rise comes as new legislation aimed at providing equal protections to victims of …
A complete ban on leasehold properties in England and Wales is unlikely to be implemented before the next General Election, according to Labour Party minister Matthew Pennycook. Though legislation banning leaseholds on new …
The Co-op, which operates numerous stores including branches in Birmingham, has rolled out a new initiative to combat shoplifting by marking frequently stolen items with a unique forensic spray. This innovative approach helps …
Birmingham is home to 29 designated Conservation Areas, including iconic neighbourhoods like George Cadbury’s picturesque village of Bournville and the Jewellery Quarter, which boasts the largest surviving cluster of …
HMRC has issued updated guidance alerting UK households to an upcoming change in the minimum age at which they can access their pension savings. Beginning April 6, 2028, the normal minimum pension age will rise from 55 to 57. …
The Labour government has announced new regulations concerning number plates and medical driving licences amid ongoing scrutiny of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency’s (DVLA) processes. Each year, the DVLA makes over …
A significant change in dog walking regulations has come into force in England and Wales with the implementation of the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Act 2025. This new legislation aims to protect livestock by …
The UK government has announced a significant change in school policy by pushing for a statutory ban on mobile phones in all schools across England. This move replaces the previous non-binding guidance with a legally …
Voi, one of the UK’s leading e-scooter operators, has issued a stark warning that it may exit the country if the current trial regulations are extended without clear legislation. Christina Moe Gjerde, a senior executive at …
A crucial change took effect on 22 March 2026 following the Sentencing Act 2026’s Royal Assent on 22 January, altering how courts can sentence drivers convicted of causing death or serious injury. The Act extends judicial …
From today, a significant shift in UK sick pay rules will impact up to 9.6 million workers, including 1.2 million newly eligible employees who previously earned too little to qualify. Historically, employees had to earn at …
A new parking law set to impact all councils across England will be introduced starting Thursday, April 2, aimed at reducing “unfair” parking fines and simplifying the payment process for drivers. The Labour Party government …