HMRC warns of 'punitive' ISA charges as allowance cut
HMRC warns of 'punitive' charges for Lifetime ISA withdrawals as the annual allowance is cut to £12,000. Learn how the new rules and a proposed replacement product affect your savings.
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HMRC helpline crash risks £100 fines for millions
HMRC apologises after a technical fault shut helplines, causing chaos for 5.65 million taxpayers facing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. Avoid a £100 penalty by filing now.
HMRC callers face £100 fine risk amid phone chaos
UK taxpayers risk £100 fines as HMRC's phone service automatically disconnects after 70 minutes. With the January 31 deadline approaching, experts warn it's 'pot luck' to get through. Read the full report.
HMRC phone lines crash before Self Assessment deadline
HMRC helplines are down due to a technical issue, leaving taxpayers stranded days before the crucial January 31 deadline. Over 5 million returns are still outstanding.
MPs warn Chancellor over £12,000 ISA allowance cut plans
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism as MPs warn her plan to slash the ISA allowance to £12,000 may fail to boost stock market investment and penalise cautious savers. Read the full analysis.
HMRC £900 fines for late Self Assessment tax returns
HMRC warns of £900 maximum fines for missing the 31 January Self Assessment deadline. Nearly 340,000 have already paid via the app. File and pay now to avoid penalties.
HMRC alert: File Self Assessment by Jan 31 or face £100 fine
HMRC warns Self Assessment taxpayers of an immediate £100 penalty for missing the January 31, 2026 deadline, even if no tax is owed. Act now to avoid escalating fines.
HMRC: Automatic £100 penalty for missed tax deadline
HMRC urges taxpayers to file online by 31 Jan 2026 as app use surges 65%. Miss the deadline and face an automatic £100 fine. Pay via the HMRC app now.
HMRC Child Benefit Crackdown Suspended 24,000 Accounts
HMRC admitted its child benefit crackdown, which suspended 24,000 accounts using travel data, carried a 'tolerable' risk. Discover the impact and official response.
85mph wind warning: 'Danger to life' alert issued
The Met Office has issued a severe yellow wind warning for parts of Britain, forecasting gusts up to 85mph that pose a 'danger to life' from flying debris. Stay informed and prepare for travel disruption.
HMRC may tax UK households with £3,500 in savings
UK households with savings over £3,500 could face surprise tax bills as HMRC tightens checks on bank interest. Learn your Personal Savings Allowance and how to prepare.
Warning for Brits with £10,000 in bank accounts
Millions are losing money as inflation erodes large cash balances in zero-interest current accounts. Experts urge a switch to easy-access savings or Cash ISAs to protect your savings.
Met Office issues 13-hour snow and ice warning for Midlands
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across the Midlands this Sunday, warning of potential travel delays, power cuts, and hazardous conditions. Stay prepared.
Nationwide's 4% ISA pays £400 on £10k savings
Nationwide Building Society is offering a 4% fixed-rate cash ISA, paying £400 interest on a £10,000 deposit. Experts urge savers to act fast as banks cut rates.
Birmingham 'Stay Indoors' Warning for Storm Goretti Snow
Birmingham residents are urged to stay indoors as Storm Goretti brings an amber snow warning. Up to 30cm of snow could fall, disrupting travel on Jan 8-9. Follow Met Office safety advice.
HMRC to 'Actively Pursue' Individuals and Companies Over Tax
HMRC announces a major crackdown on unpaid taxes, targeting individuals and companies. Learn about the new enforcement measures and the billions in revenue being pursued.
Birmingham faces £162 ISA tax charge in HMRC crackdown
HMRC plans to close a Cash ISA loophole, potentially hitting Birmingham households with a £162 tax charge. Learn how the 2027 reforms affect your savings.
Record £5.1bn ISA rush before allowance cut
UK savers deposited a record £5.1bn into Cash ISAs fearing a Budget cut. The new £12,000 cap from 2027 impacts affluent savers. Learn how to protect your savings.
HMRC errors mark living people as deceased
Serious HMRC system errors are wrongly classifying living individuals as dead, preventing state pension applications. Learn how to check your NI record and what to do if affected.
ISA rule change to penalise 'sensible' cash savers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Autumn Budget changes will force savers to invest £8,000 of their ISA allowance. Experts warn it penalises low-risk savers and complicates retirement planning. Read the full analysis.
ISA Limit Slashed to £12k, Pensioners Keep £20k Allowance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the cash ISA annual limit will be cut from £20,000 to £12,000 from April 2027. However, state pensioners aged 65+ will retain the higher £20,000 allowance. Read the full details.
HMRC 'Wait' Warning for ISA Overpayments
HMRC tells savers to 'wait' for a letter if they overpaid into an ISA. Find out the tax implications and the crucial steps you must take now to avoid penalties.
UK ISA rule change brings £162 penalty for cash holdings
UK households could be hit with a £162 tax penalty under new HMRC rules targeting cash held in Stocks & Shares ISAs. Learn how the 2027 changes affect your savings.
Savers warned of £8,000 ISA allowance cut
Experts warn of 'unnecessary tax' as the cash ISA limit drops to £12,000 in 2027. Learn how to protect your savings and maximise your personal savings allowance.
Triple Tax Whammy to Cost UK Savers £2,380
Millions face higher tax bills as Labour cuts Cash ISA allowance to £12,000, freezes savings allowance & hikes rates. See how it impacts you.
HMRC: £900 fines for late tax returns
UK households face fines of up to £900 for missing the 31 January self-assessment deadline. HMRC also warns of a rise in tax scams targeting filers.
HMRC warns of fines for late tax returns
HMRC urges self-assessment taxpayers to file by Jan 31 2026 or face initial £100 fines and escalating penalties. Learn the deadlines and how to avoid scams.
ISA cap cut to £12,000 may leave savers £300k richer
Chancellor Rachel Reeves slashes cash ISA allowance to £12,000 from 2027. Experts reveal how using the new £8,000 stocks & shares allowance could leave you £300,000 better off.
HMRC to Pay 'Thousands' for Tax Fraud Tips
UK households could receive huge payouts for reporting high-value tax fraud to HMRC. Learn how the Strengthened Reward Scheme works and if you qualify.
HMRC warning over unclaimed Child Trust Funds for new adults
HMRC urges parents of children who just turned 18 to check for unclaimed Child Trust Funds, averaging £2,200. Learn how to locate and access these tax-free savings.
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