Businesses cut hiring plans after Budget, poll shows
Over half of UK business leaders plan to slow hiring following the Autumn Budget, with many fearing further tax rises. Discover the impact on corporate growth.
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Council Tax Band D: £0 Bills Before £2,394 Rise
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Council tax bills to rise by 5% next year
Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.
Nationwide and Virgin Money Cut Mortgage Rates
Nationwide Building Society and Virgin Money announce significant mortgage rate cuts of up to 0.19%, offering relief to UK borrowers after the Autumn Budget.
Disabled families 'forgotten' in Budget, mum reveals
A mother of two autistic sons shares her anxiety after the Budget offered little for disabled families facing rising costs and potential benefit cuts. Read her story.
Co-op cuts prices on 1,000 products after Budget
Co-op is investing £1bn in the UK economy, cutting prices on 1,000 items and supporting British farmers. The move responds to the cost-of-living crisis and new business rates.
Reeves defends tax rises in Labour Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to apologise for breaking Labour's tax pledge as Budget pushes tax take to record high. Read the full analysis of political reactions.
Martin Lewis breaks down the Autumn Budget impact
Money expert Martin Lewis explains how the Autumn Budget will affect your energy bills, ISAs, and council tax. Discover what the changes mean for your wallet.
Autumn Budget 2024: The Winners and Losers
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget targets workers, savers, and high-value property owners with new taxes and freezes. Discover the key financial changes and who benefits.
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget: Key Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils major Budget reforms on taxes, benefits, and NHS funding. Discover the full list of changes affecting your finances and public services.
Martin Lewis brands Autumn Budget leak a 'cock-up'
Martin Lewis condemns the leaked Autumn Budget as a 'giant cock-up'. Key details, including the Cash ISA cut to £12,000, were revealed early. Discover the fallout.
Martin Lewis condemns OBR Budget leak blunder
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis delivers harsh verdict on OBR's accidental Budget forecast publication. Read his full reaction and what it means for the economy.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Key Tax and Economy Facts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Budget 2025 with tax rises on property, pensions and EVs. OBR forecasts show economic growth revised to 1.5% for 2025. Discover the full details.
Charities warn Chancellor over disability vehicle cuts
Over 40 disability charities urge Rachel Reeves to protect the Motability scheme from £1bn tax break cuts, warning of dire consequences for disabled people's mobility.
Mobico slashes jobs in major cost-cutting drive
Mobico, owner of National Express, announces job cuts and lower profit forecasts. Shares initially fell 14% as the firm tackles UK coach competition and falling bus passenger numbers.
Budget Scraps Two-Child Cap, Aiding 67,000 Kids
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move that will directly help 67,230 of Birmingham's poorest children and their families.
Cradley rejects parish council in £8k survey
Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.
HMRC to tax pensioners with average savings
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
Dudley council rent could rise by £4.76 per week
Dudley Council tenants face a 4.8% rent increase, averaging £4.76 more per week. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget could add another £2, pushing bills even higher. Discover the full impact.
Cardiff Health Board Freezes Recruitment Amid 350 Job Cuts
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
Brits save £1,411 each by cutting back on costs
New research reveals 83% of UK adults have tightened their purse strings, saving an average of £1,411 this year. Discover the top ways people are saving money.
Universal Credit disability payments cut for new claimants
New Universal Credit rules will slash disability top-up payments by nearly 50% for new claimants from April 2026, creating a two-tier system. Critics call the changes 'unfair' and 'poorly designed'. Learn how this affects you.
First Bus ends all Cornwall services, 275 jobs at risk
First Bus announces complete withdrawal from Cornwall in February 2026, putting 275 jobs at risk due to financial challenges and falling passenger numbers. Read the full story.
Labour's council tax changes: Band hikes and 'mansion tax'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could double council tax for top bands and introduce a 'mansion tax'. Discover how these changes might affect your household finances.
Solihull Council Tax Support Changes Proposed
Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.
Unilever proposes 50 job cuts in Wirral
Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.
Council Tax Support: Millions Could Be Overpaying
New figures reveal 3.7 million people receive Council Tax Reduction, but many more eligible households are missing out on vital savings. Age UK explains eligibility and how to claim.
West Midlands plugs £120m transport budget gap
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
Flat owners face £6,000 Labour mansion tax charge
Thousands of flat owners in England could face new £6,000 bills under Labour's proposed mansion tax. Discover how the Autumn Budget on November 26 might affect you.
15-Hour Snow Storm Threatens UK Power Cuts
Met Office issues yellow warning as 15-hour snow storm threatens power cuts and travel chaos across 12 UK towns and cities from Tuesday. Stay informed.
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