SNP demands pension age freeze for Scots in UK review
SNP MSP warns Scotland faces being 'punished again' as UK Labour government reviews state pension age. Calls for halt to increase due to lower life expectancy.
SNP MSP warns Scotland faces being 'punished again' as UK Labour government reviews state pension age. Calls for halt to increase due to lower life expectancy.
Police Scotland make a fresh appeal for information on what would have been Jordan Gray's 27th birthday. The 26-year-old was found shot dead in his Motherwell flat on December 15.
Barclays seals a multi-year naming rights deal for Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park, and partners with the Scottish Cup. Discover how this investment aims to boost grassroots football and major events.
Lloyds Banking Group will close 71 Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland branches in 2026 due to online banking shift. See the full list of affected locations.
Rachel Reeves's council tax surcharge for homes over £2m faces criticism over 'desktop' valuations. Experts warn of price hikes and unfair penalties. Read the full analysis.
The UK is set for a massive 719-mile wide snowstorm from Brighton to Scotland, with up to an inch per hour forecast. Read the full weather warning and regional impacts.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
The UK faces a 90-hour snow event starting January 4, with Scotland worst-hit. Up to an inch per hour could fall. Get the latest forecast details and regional impacts here.
UK households are urged to act on a five-point financial plan following Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Autumn Budget. Experts advise using ISA allowances, reviewing salary sacrifices, and strategic gifting to mitigate tax changes.
Labour's new property surcharge will hit owners of high-value homes from 2028, but exempts over 110 social housing properties worth over £2 million. Get the full details.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Labour introduces a 'mansion tax' surcharge for properties over £2m from 2028. Experts analyse the impact on the housing market as October 2025 sales dip 2% year-on-year.
Weather maps predict heavy snow to hit Scotland and parts of northern England from January 6, with up to four inches forecast. Get the latest UK weather updates here.
The UK is set for a severe -9C Arctic freeze on January 3, with a six-hour 'snow bomb' hitting hardest in Scotland. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Scottish officials are weighing a historic change to the 2005 smoking ban to allow supervised crack cocaine smoking in Glasgow and Edinburgh facilities. Read the full story.
Maps reveal the parts of England and Scotland set for significant snowfall from January 3, with up to six inches forecast. Discover if your area is at risk.
New data reveals pavement parking incidents in Scotland have risen since the 2023 ban. Campaigners demand councils enforce the law to protect pedestrians and wheelchair users.
Exclusive new data maps the West Midlands' wealthiest postcodes, where mansions exceed £2 million. Discover the region's most expensive homes and the impact of the new 'mansion tax'.
A road in south-west Birmingham was closed after a two-car collision at the junction of Scotland Lane and Frankley Lane. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest traffic updates.
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.
Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested on suspicion of murder after his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and wife Michele, were found dead in their LA home. Read the latest details.
Scotland confirms a 10mph rise for lorries on major roads, aiming to improve safety by reducing speed differentials. Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop explains the move.
An interactive map reveals the West Midlands' most expensive streets, with mansions over £2m. This follows the new 'mansion tax' announced in the Budget. Explore the exclusive postcodes.
UK drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will face a new pay-per-mile tax from April 2028. Find out the rates and how it could affect your motoring costs.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
A public petition urging the government to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000 has passed 30,000 signatures, piling pressure on Labour. Find out what happens next.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms frozen tax bands, dragging millions into higher rates. Discover how fiscal drag impacts your income and pension. Sign up for our money-saving newsletter.
Maps reveal which parts of the UK will see up to four inches of snow from Friday evening. Scotland faces the worst of the wintry blast. Full forecast details inside.