HMRC 'Minus Allowances' Cut UK Take-Home Pay
Thousands face reduced pay as HMRC uses 'K' tax codes to claw back debts via PAYE. Experts explain the 'minus allowance' and what to do if you're affected.
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Major Review of DWP's £83 Carer's Allowance Overpayments
A major review finds 210,000 Carer's Allowance overpayments. The DWP will now reassess 185,000 cases. Discover the details and what it means for unpaid carers.
Call to Double State Pensioners' Tax Allowance
A parliamentary petition urges HMRC to double the personal tax allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. With 10,000 signatures, it seeks to protect pensioners from rising tax bills as thresholds remain frozen.
ISA rule change to cost UK households over £1,200 in tax
Millions face a tax bill after the cash ISA allowance was cut from £20,000 to £12,000. Analysis reveals higher-rate taxpayers could lose £1,216. Explore tax-free alternatives now.
UK Savings Tax Rates to Increase from April 2027
UK households face higher tax on savings interest from 2027. Learn how the personal savings allowance and new ISA caps will affect your money. Act now to protect your savings.
Claim HMRC's £1,258 Marriage Tax Allowance Now
HMRC urges eligible married couples and civil partners to claim Marriage Tax Allowance, worth up to £1,258. See if you qualify for this valuable tax break.
Staff swim mile for Carers in Hertfordshire charity
Two Carers in Hertfordshire staff members completed a sponsored swimathon, raising over £1,000 to support unpaid carers. The event was held at John Warner Sports Centre in Hoddesdon.
Marriage Allowance rises, offering £252 tax saving
HMRC increases the effective Personal Allowance to £13,830 for qualifying couples via the Marriage Allowance. Learn how to claim and potentially backdate your claim for four years.
DWP under fire for 'misleading' Carer's Allowance claims
The DWP is facing criticism after a review found systemic failings in Carer's Allowance. Officials accused of downplaying the scale of the problem affecting thousands of families.
Get a £1,000 tax-free boost with HMRC side hustle rule
A key HMRC rule means anyone can increase their Personal Allowance by £1,000 through side hustles. Learn how to earn tax-free and use other savings allowances.
Stealth tax rule leaves UK households £1,142 worse off
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.
DWP announces 3.8% benefit increase from April 2026
The DWP has confirmed a 3.8% increase in weekly payments for PIP, DLA, Attendance Allowance, and Carer's Allowance, effective April 2026. See the new rates and how they affect you.
Carer's Allowance scandal sees DWP demand £1,500 repayments
Carers speak out after receiving brutal DWP letters demanding thousands in overpayments due to a 'cliff edge' earnings rule. Read the full story of the ongoing scandal.
Martin Lewis warns of 40% tax hit on ISA savings
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies ISA inheritance rules. Your tax-free savings could be subject to a 40% HMRC charge upon death. Learn how to protect your assets.
Martin Lewis explains ISA 'additional allowance' rules
Money expert Martin Lewis details how surviving spouses can inherit an ISA allowance, keeping savings tax-free. He also warns of a crucial 40% Inheritance Tax risk.
1.1m Missing Out on £110 Weekly DWP Attendance Allowance
Over a million UK pensioners are missing out on a vital DWP benefit worth up to £110.40 per week. Learn about Attendance Allowance eligibility, rates, and how to claim.
HMRC raises tax-free allowance by £1,260 for couples
UK couples can claim a tax break worth up to £1,260. Learn how the Marriage Allowance works, who qualifies, and how to backdate your claim for four years.
Carers Forced to Repay DWP Thousands in Benefits Scandal
Thousands of UK carers face huge debts after DWP benefit overpayments. A 60-year-old woman caring for her family must repay £1,623. Read the shocking review findings.
Boost State Pension by £342 with Carer's Credit
Unpaid carers in the UK could increase their state pension by £342 annually via DWP's Carer's Credit. Check eligibility and claim now to secure your retirement.
Pensioners urged to claim £252 HMRC tax perk
Retirees with income under £50,270 can reduce their tax bill by £252 using Marriage Allowance. Claim this often-overlooked HMRC perk today.
Autumn Budget: Tax Break Boost for Married Couples
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces 3.8% increase to Married Couple's and Blind Person's Allowances in Autumn Budget. Find out how this affects your tax bill from April 2026.
200,000 Carers Reimbursed in DWP Overpayment Scandal
Nearly 200,000 carers facing draconian Carer's Allowance overpayment penalties of up to £20,000 will be reimbursed. Discover how the government is righting this wrong.
Boost Your UK State Pension by £342 a Year
UK households, especially unpaid carers, are urged to claim a little-known DWP benefit that could add £342 annually to their state pension. Check your eligibility now.
HMRC Demands £8,165 from UK Households
UK households earning over £50,000 face £8,165 tax demands due to frozen thresholds. Discover the impact on savings and capital gains and how to protect your finances.
Rail fare freeze saves commuters £300 annually
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years. Commuters on expensive routes to save over £300. Budget also cuts Cash ISA allowance.
Tax Threshold Freeze Extended to 2031
The UK government extends the income tax threshold freeze to 2031, a move set to raise £7.6bn and pull millions into higher tax brackets. Discover the full impact.
Frozen Tax Bands to Cost UK Households £7,077
Frozen income tax thresholds are creating a stealth tax rise, dragging millions into higher bands. Discover how to protect your finances from fiscal drag.
DWP penalises carers over eight-year-old errors
UK carers face DWP penalties for earnings mistakes made up to eight years ago. Damning review reveals systemic failures causing distress. Read the full investigation.
Carer Threatened with Prison in DWP Scandal
Unpaid carer Vivienne Groom faces jail for Carer's Allowance overpayment. Read her heartbreaking story and the urgent call for DWP reform.
DWP Carer's Allowance letters leave claimants scared
A damning report reveals unpaid carers are being pursued by the DWP for overpayments they didn't cause, causing severe distress and shame. Read the full investigation.
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