Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
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English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
Reeves Plans £7.5bn Tax Rise in November Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to unveil tax rises of up to £30bn in the November budget. Explore the key options, from threshold freezes to council tax reforms.
Income Tax U-Turn: Impact on Your Salary Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons income tax hike plans in Autumn Budget U-turn. Discover what alternative tax measures could affect your finances and how to protect your money.
Reeves abandons income tax rise plans in Budget U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has reportedly scrapped plans to increase income tax rates ahead of the November 26 Budget. Discover what alternative tax measures could still mean higher bills for millions.
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.
London council lobbies Lords over £82m funding cuts
Kensington and Chelsea Council campaigns against government funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Residents face service reductions and tax hikes.
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.
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.
Council tenants endure winter with broken windows
Enfield Council faces mounting criticism as tenants in council-owned flats suffer through broken and boarded-up windows during freezing temperatures, with repairs delayed for months.
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.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
Council buys £1.2m flat while thousands sleep rough
Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster council spent £1.2m on luxury apartment for former councillor while homelessness crisis deepens across London.
Croydon Council crushes 13 dangerous vehicles
Croydon Council takes decisive action against dangerous drivers, crushing 13 unsafe vehicles in a major road safety operation targeting unroadworthy cars and illegal drivers.
Labour's Exit Tax Plan for Wealthy Brits Fleeing UK
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers implementing an exit levy on wealthy individuals attempting to leave the UK ahead of potential Labour tax reforms, targeting capital gains loopholes.
HMRC Tax Refund Scam: Protect Your Money
Exclusive investigation reveals how criminals are exploiting HMRC's repayment system, leaving thousands of taxpayers out of pocket. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated fraud.
Labour's Council Tax Shake-Up Targets Luxury Mansions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major council tax reforms targeting high-value properties, aiming to generate £1.2bn for public services while sparking debate over wealth redistribution.
Council served expired salami to vulnerable residents
An East London council faces severe criticism after distributing out-of-date cured meats to elderly and vulnerable residents through its Meals at Home service, sparking food safety concerns.
Islington Council's 999-Drone Surveillance Plan Revealed
Exclusive: Islington Council explores controversial plan to deploy nearly 1,000 drones for monitoring residents, raising serious privacy concerns across London.
London council staff overpaid £480k in payroll scandal
Westminster City Council faces scrutiny after internal audit reveals nearly half a million pounds in staff overpayments, with taxpayers footing the bill for administrative errors.
Council: No Fine for Raye Over Housing Breach
Exclusive: Southwark Council indicates Grammy-winner Raye won't face penalties for housing rules violation, citing her 'exceptional circumstances' and local connections.
Bexley Council's £22.5m budget gap warning
Exclusive: Bexley Council faces £22.5 million budget gap amid soaring costs and service demands, with council tax hikes likely for residents.
Lambeth Council among UK's best for housing delivery
Lambeth Council has been ranked among the top local authorities in England for successfully delivering thousands of new homes while maintaining high development standards.
Pension Tax Trap: Thousands Hit by Shock Tax Bills
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC's emergency tax system is hitting pensioners who return to work, with some losing nearly half their income to unexpected tax demands.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Financial Crisis Deepens
Birmingham City Council faces unprecedented financial crisis as spending cuts fail to prevent effective bankruptcy. Expert analysis reveals the grim reality for residents and services.
Reeves considers income tax hike and NI cut
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers controversial tax reforms that could see income tax rise while cutting National Insurance, sparking debate over fiscal fairness.
Pension tax raid threatens millions' retirement
A stealth tax freeze on pension allowances threatens to push millions of Britons into higher tax brackets, potentially derailing retirement plans across the UK.
London council defends 'No Mow May' amid complaints
A South London council stands by its controversial decision to let grass grow wild during May, sparking debate between environmental benefits and resident concerns about neighbourhood appearance.
Islington's Puzzling Parking Policy Leaves Residents Baffled
Fury erupts in North London as Islington Council removes parking bays from a residential street while maintaining double yellow lines, leaving locals questioning the logic behind the controversial move.
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