Reeves scraps income tax hike in Budget U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons plans for 2p income tax rise ahead of Autumn Budget, creating fresh uncertainty over filling £30bn fiscal black hole. Read the latest developments.
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Reeves abandons income tax rise in budget U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps plans to raise income tax rates, breaking a key manifesto pledge. The U-turn follows internal party conflict and leadership speculation.
DVLA alert: 500,000 drivers risk £1,000 fine
The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to nearly half a million motorists driving untaxed vehicles. Avoid a £1,000 penalty by checking your vehicle tax status online now.
Green's All-Round Display Strengthens Ashes Claim
Cameron Green stakes his Ashes claim with a strong 94 and crucial injury-free bowling spell for Western Australia. The all-rounder's performance provides selectors with a welcome boost ahead of the first Test.
HMRC: Increase Your Tax-Free Allowance to £20,070
Discover how to legally increase your Personal Allowance to £20,070 and earn £7,500 tax-free via HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme. Learn how to claim today.
BAT accused of hypocrisy over Zambia tobacco lobbying
British American Tobacco lobbied against health measures in Africa that are UK law. Campaigners call it 'utter hypocrisy' as 7,000 Zambians die annually from tobacco-related illnesses.
Electric car tax debate: Road tolls vs pay-per-mile
As Rachel Reeves considers pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles, motorists propose fairer alternatives including road toll systems and progressive taxation based on vehicle size.
Boost Your Income by £16,000 Tax-Free
Discover five legitimate ways for UK families to generate over £16,000 of tax-free income. Expert tips from AJ Bell help you leverage allowances and reliefs you might be missing.
Business Leaders Call for Bold Tax Reform in London
Senior business leaders gathered in Westminster to demand pro-growth tax policies, warning that current high taxes are driving wealth overseas and stifling UK economic recovery.
Trade Wars Spark £50bn Tax Advisory Market Boom
Global tax advisory market set to hit $64bn as Trump's trade policies and tariffs create unprecedented complexity, driving demand for specialist services. Discover the key growth sectors.
Tobacco industry lobbying blocks health tax rises
New report reveals how tobacco companies influence governments to keep taxes low, costing billions in lost revenue and millions of lives annually. Time for change.
Poll: 66% Want Reeves to Resign Over Tax Increases
Exclusive poll reveals public fury over potential tax rises with two-thirds demanding Chancellor's resignation. Labour faces political crisis as Reform leads voting intentions.
Albanese: Whitlam Dismissal a 'Calculated Plot'
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marks the 50th anniversary of Gough Whitlam's dismissal, calling it a 'calculated plot'. Also, Trump threatens BBC, and Melbourne plans transport expansion.
Why UK migrants are flocking to Malta for tax breaks
British expats are moving to Malta for its 15% income tax rate and familiar comforts like red postboxes. Discover why this Mediterranean island is attracting UK migrants and the local backlash.
Australia Claim T20 Series Over India in Thrilling Finale
Australia's cricket team secured a dramatic 2-1 T20 series win against India after a stunning comeback in the decisive fourth match, with Tim David's explosive batting proving decisive.
Rachel Reeves' Budget: Potential Tax Increases Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals the potential tax hikes Chancellor Rachel Reeves might be considering for the upcoming budget, from income tax changes to property levies.
Reeves faces resignation calls over tax hike threat
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as Conservative MPs demand her resignation if she breaks Labour's manifesto pledge and increases income tax, National Insurance, or VAT.
Banks set to escape tax rises in Reeves budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to spare Britain's banking sector from tax rises in her first major Budget, despite previous Labour criticism of bank profits during the cost-of-living crisis.
Banks escape Rachel Reeves tax raid after lobbying
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans for a major banking tax raid following fierce industry lobbying, handing Britain's financial institutions a £4bn reprieve.
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Plan for UK Drivers
Labour's proposed pay-per-mile road tax system could revolutionise how British motorists are charged, with Rachel Reeves considering a major overhaul of current vehicle taxation.
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Plan for Electric Vehicles
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a major road tax overhaul that could see electric vehicle owners paying per mile. Discover how this new system might work and what it means for UK drivers.
Australia's $33bn Tobacco Tax Crisis: Black Market Boom
Australia faces a staggering $33 billion tax shortfall as illicit tobacco trade flourishes, with government revenue projections up in smoke despite world's highest cigarette prices.
Australia edge India in thrilling T20 final-over finish
Australia clinch dramatic victory against India in heart-stopping T20 international clash decided in the final over. Full match analysis and standout performances.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Cuts to Ease Living Costs?
As living costs continue to squeeze household budgets, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to deliver meaningful income tax relief in her upcoming budget announcement.
Wealth & Fossil Fuel Taxes to Fund Climate Aid Breakthrough
In a historic move for climate justice, world leaders are backing new taxes on extreme wealth and fossil fuel profits to create a multi-billion pound fund supporting developing nations facing climate catastrophe.
Reeves weighs Osborne-style tax threshold freeze
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers maintaining income tax thresholds until 2028, mirroring George Osborne's strategy, to raise £10bn annually while avoiding direct tax hikes.
Australian Mango Season Hits Sweet Spot in November
Discover why November is the perfect month for mango lovers in Australia, with expert tips on finding the best-value fruit and vegetables at their seasonal peak.
Australia's Ashes Shake-Up: Perth Test Squad Revealed
Australia unveils strategic squad overhaul for decisive Perth Ashes Test, banking on pace and youth to reclaim series dominance against England.
California voters reject Prop 50 tax reforms
In a decisive referendum result, California voters have overwhelmingly rejected Proposition 50, blocking a major tax reform initiative that would have introduced a wealth tax and increased corporate taxes.
Chancellor may break 50-year income tax taboo
Jeremy Hunt confronts unprecedented fiscal pressure as Treasury officials explore raising income tax rates or thresholds for the first time since 1974, signalling the severity of Britain's economic challenges.
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