Energy bills to rise £100 for grid upgrades
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
Petrol and diesel prices at UK pumps have jumped sharply in November, hitting drivers ahead of Christmas. The RAC warns of costly festive travel. Find out how to save.
Jaguar announces its first fully electric vehicle for next year as it turns 90. The news comes as Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces a new pay-per-mile levy for EV drivers from 2028.
Mercedes-Benz announces a major £20 million investment in the UK, creating 150 high-skilled jobs. The government is contributing £10 million to boost the nation's electric vehicle transition. Read the full details.
Birmingham City Council leaders faced intense public anger over the year-long bins strike, which has cost over £14 million. Read the full details of the heated meeting.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile levy for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles from 2028. Find out how it works and what it means for your wallet.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warned new pay-per-mile electric car tax from 2028 could spark a surge in mileage 'clocking'. Industry leaders fear it will damage the used EV market.
Birmingham City Council's finance boss and a leading academic critic clashed over whether the council's 2023 bankruptcy was necessary. Read the explosive debate on the £760m equal pay liability.
New research reveals a significant shift in the UK and European EV market, with trust in Chinese brands rising as Tesla's novelty fades. Discover the data and the impact of the new pay-per-mile levy.
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council until at least 2028. The ongoing bins strike and equal pay liabilities are key challenges slowing the council's recovery.
Drivers of electric vehicles could face a higher pay-per-mile tax rate if they under-declare mileage. The new Labour eVED scheme will involve annual checks, sparking industry concerns about fairness and the switch to EVs.
Around two million electric and hybrid car owners will pay a new mileage tax from 2028. Find out how the 3p-per-mile charge will affect your running costs.
PM Sir Keir Starmer defends the £26bn tax hike in Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, stating it's needed to improve public services and tackle child poverty. Read his full speech.
Six major driving law changes hit in December 2025, impacting EV owners, petrol drivers, and London commuters. Get the full details on pay-per-mile, fuel duty, and the Congestion Charge shift.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will increase in line with inflation from February 2026, adding pence to your favourite drinks. See the full price list here.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust reports a £31.2m deficit, £17.1m worse than planned, driven by rising staff pay costs. A financial recovery plan is underway.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact your motoring costs.
A parent on Universal Credit asks if DWP will still pay childcare costs after quitting their job. Get the facts on benefits, sanctions, and your rights.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile levy for electric and hybrid vehicles faces criticism from industry leaders who warn it could deter EV adoption and boost petrol demand.
Chinese car brands Omoda and Jaecoo launch tax rebate to counter new EV and hybrid pay-per-mile levy announced in Autumn Budget. Find out how drivers will be affected from 2028.
Electric vehicle owners face £450 in new annual taxes as government introduces pay-per-mile scheme and ends VED exemption. Find out how this impacts your running costs.
New pay-per-mile car tax plans from Rachel Reeves will require 1.5 million drivers to report for mandatory annual mileage checks. Find out how this affects you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting 2028. Find out how this £1.4bn shake-up affects you.
Debenhams CEO Dan Finley could earn a £148m bonus if shares soar, bypassing a shareholder vote. The retailer also reports narrowed losses. Read the full story.
Discover everything about Nell Fisher, the 14-year-old British actress playing Holly Wheeler in Stranger Things 5. Learn about her age, background, and previous roles including Evil Dead Rise.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles from 2028. Drivers could pay up to £300 annually. Discover how this affects you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles starting April 2028. Find out how this will impact drivers and the industry.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will rise with inflation, making your pub pint more expensive. Discover the impact on pubs and industry reaction.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils six major changes for UK drivers including EV grants, pay-per-mile tax and fuel duty freeze. Full details on the Autumn Budget measures.