Defra rejects petition to reform banned dog breed list
The government has rejected calls to reform the Dangerous Dogs Act, prioritising public safety. Learn about the banned breeds, the XL Bully addition, and the legal consequences for owners.
The government has rejected calls to reform the Dangerous Dogs Act, prioritising public safety. Learn about the banned breeds, the XL Bully addition, and the legal consequences for owners.
Households in the UK could see their council tax bills reduced to zero if a resident has a severe mental impairment and receives certain DWP benefits. Find out if you qualify.
HMRC confirms plans to exempt up to a million state pensioners from income tax, with a new system set to be operable from April 2027. Get the full details.
UK drivers must prepare for significant 2026 road law changes, including higher London Congestion Charges, new EV fees, and stricter drink-drive limits. Stay informed to avoid fines.
Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment council tax discount, which can cut bills to zero for eligible households. Learn if you qualify and how to claim.
A new parliamentary petition demands the Labour government and local councils exempt all state pensioners from council tax to ease financial pressures. Over 4,000 have signed.
A new Parliamentary petition calls on the Labour government to lower the historic vehicle tax exemption age from 40 to 35 years. Find out how this could benefit owners of 'modern classics'.
A woman faces a £100 NHS penalty after her HRT pre-payment certificate was used for uncovered medication. The pharmacy accepted it, but the patient is held responsible. Read the full story.
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.
Over 350,000 classic car owners will keep Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for vehicles over 40 years old. The Labour Budget confirms the reprieve, though a future review is planned. Read the industry reaction.
The DWP confirms some Motability users will be exempt from a £400 cost increase. Learn about the VAT and IPT changes and who qualifies for relief.
The Duke of York has voluntarily given up his firearms licence after a police visit to his Windsor home. Discover the details and implications of this significant development.
A passenger on the EasyJet flight from Malaga describes the moment fellow travellers saw the 'fragile' 89-year-old woman. Read the full shocking account.
London's Congestion Charge will increase from £15 to £18 on January 2nd, with electric vehicles losing their full exemption. Annual rises will follow Tube fare increases.
Discover the specific circumstances where UK motorists can legally avoid paying Vehicle Excise Duty from 2026, including classic cars and disability vehicles. Learn the new rules.
Jack Osbourne shares how a strict Royal Family protocol prevented him from listing his father Ozzy's iconic 'Prince of Darkness' nickname on the rock legend's official death certificate. Discover the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for search and rescue vehicles from April 2027, saving teams thousands in fundraising. Discover the full details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for classic cars over 40 years will continue. Discover what this means for owners and the £3bn industry.
The DWP gains new powers to deduct money from accounts to combat benefit fraud, with state pensions protected. Learn how these changes affect you and when they begin.
The Labour government has addressed calls to end the Vehicle Excise Duty exemption for classic cars. Find out what this means for thousands of UK drivers.
UK households can protect wealth by gifting surplus income tax-free before pensions fall into the inheritance tax net in 2027. Learn the three key rules to follow.
Millions of UK drivers are being warned about critical changes to MOT exemption rules that could result in hefty fines this autumn. Discover how the 40-year rolling exemption threshold affects classic car owners.