Budget 2025: Tax and NI Changes Explained
Analysis of how Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax, NI and benefit measures impact single people, couples, families and pensioners across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Analysis of how Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax, NI and benefit measures impact single people, couples, families and pensioners across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget imposes a £2,000 cap on salary sacrifice, risking retirement savings. Discover the impact on your pension and take-home pay.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £2,000 cap on tax-free salary sacrifice pension contributions from 2029. Discover how this impacts your savings and the UK's finances.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly targeting salary sacrifice schemes in the budget, a move experts warn could decimate retirement savings and increase tax bills for millions.
Experts warn of a surge in UK rat infestations this winter, potentially devaluing homes by up to 20%. Discover the financial risks and how to protect your property.
Princess of Wales calls to end mental health stigma. Plus, London Underground suspensions, a Croydon music video, and travel insurance warnings for UK tourists.
Graduates reveal how Northwestern Mutual's 'dream job' turned into a high-pressure insurance sales role leaving them in debt and alienated from friends. Investigation exposes the reality behind the financial adviser promises.
UK tourists warned of common travel insurance pitfalls that could invalidate policies. Expert advice from Post Office on avoiding coverage cancellation during winter getaways.
Tackle the Guardian's Sudoku 7,117, an easy-level puzzle. Find the print version and solution details. Challenge your mind and enjoy this classic number game today!
Battersea warns dog owners about £5000 fines and insurance voidance for unrestrained pets in cars. Learn how to travel safely with your dog today.
A father from Glasgow is in a coma after a severe heart attack in Turkey. His daughter is fundraising for his medical bills after he travelled without health insurance. Help support the family.
Widows reveal shocking bereavement penalty practices by insurers and HMRC, including premium hikes and automated tax errors that slash incomes. Learn how to protect yourself.
Tackle the latest hard Sudoku puzzle 7113 from The Guardian. Test your logic skills with this challenging brain teaser and improve your problem-solving abilities.
Over 60% of UK founders label the Labour government as 'anti-business' as hiring and investment freeze ahead of the Autumn Budget. Can Rachel Reeves turn it around?
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has led to widespread clinic closures and left an estimated 10 million Americans uninsured. Share your story on how these healthcare cuts are affecting you.
Security researchers discovered a method to expose WhatsApp users' phone numbers and profile data. Learn how to protect your privacy and what this means for your security.
Insurance giant AIG has withdrawn its offer to former Lloyd's CEO John Neal after an alleged workplace relationship came to light. Discover the full story behind this dramatic corporate U-turn.
Self-employed Americans face 26% health insurance hikes as subsidies expire. Discover how rising costs are forcing people to skip emergency care and the political gridlock blocking solutions.
Tackle today's medium-level Sudoku challenge with our expert guide. Learn solving strategies and test your logic skills with puzzle #7111 from The Guardian.
Germany crushed Slovakia 6-0 while the Netherlands beat Lithuania 4-0 to secure their places at the 2026 World Cup. Read the full match analysis and qualifying roundup.
A self-employed tradesman faced a 169-day battle with Autonet Insurance after a motorway crash. Delayed claims, mounting storage fees and poor communication caused immense stress. Read this consumer warning.
18-year-old darts sensation Luke Littler makes history as the youngest-ever PDC world number one. Read about his semi-final victory and upcoming Grand Slam final.
Revealing the hidden UK flood crisis: 8 million properties face flood risk by 2050 as insurance becomes unaffordable and towns face abandonment. Discover the urgent truth.
Young drivers are being targeted by 'ghost broking' scams, losing £2,000 on average for fake car insurance. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect yourself.
Exclusive: Grieving partners face insurance premium hikes of up to 15% after reporting a death. Campaigners blame AI algorithms for the 'bereavement penalty' affecting vulnerable customers.
A stark confidence gap emerges as 75% of SME leaders are bullish on their 2026 growth, yet only 39% trust the government to help. Discover the impact on UK jobs and investment.
Labour peer Harriet Harman warns Sir Keir Starmer is now more likely to face a leadership challenge, saying party 'faithfuls are losing faith' after a damaging briefing war.
Insurance giant Aviva has renewed its sponsorship of Dublin's Aviva Stadium until 2030 in a deal worth £4.5m per season. Discover how this compares to other UK stadium deals.
British insurers face an unprecedented surge in AI-driven fraud, with 15% of claims now fraudulent. Discover how outdated systems are costing the industry millions and what's being done.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals potential tax threshold freezes, breaking an election promise. Discover what the 2025 Budget could mean for your income and finances.