Midlands Cold Weather Payments Triggered in Freeze
Temperatures set to plunge below zero across the Midlands, triggering £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments for eligible households. See the full list of affected postcodes.
Temperatures set to plunge below zero across the Midlands, triggering £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments for eligible households. See the full list of affected postcodes.
The DWP has increased Cold Weather Payments from £25 to £50 for 31 postcodes hit by severe winter weather. Check the full list to see if your area is eligible for the extra support.
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.
As a severe cold snap hits the UK, find out if you qualify for a £25 Cold Weather Payment, how quickly the cash lands in accounts, and how to check your eligibility.
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.
Self-employed workers across the UK are facing shock tax bills worth 150% of what they owe. Learn about 'payments on account' and the January 31 deadline.
Over 670,000 UK households on benefits like Pension Credit and Universal Credit are receiving £25 Cold Weather Payments. Find out if you qualify and how the scheme works.
The DWP has activated £25 Cold Weather Payments for eligible households as temperatures plummet. Find out if your postcode qualifies and how the scheme works.
Millions of newly self-employed face paying 150% of their tax bill upfront due to HMRC's 'payments on account' rule. Learn how it works and what you can do if you can't pay.
Some UK state pensioners and benefit recipients will see payments arrive early on 31 December due to the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your account and plan your budget.
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 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.
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 is increasing the effective Personal Allowance to over £13,000 for eligible taxpayers. Discover how to claim tax relief on job expenses, maintenance payments, and charitable donations.
Santander UK is offering a £200 switching bonus to help with stretched household budgets. Find out the eligibility criteria and how to claim before the offer ends.
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for benefits and State Pension over the 2025/2026 festive period due to bank holidays. Find out how to plan your finances.
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.
Thousands of UK state pensioners receive payments early on Christmas Eve due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
Thousands of UK households will see DWP payments like Universal Credit and State Pension land early due to bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
The DWP is issuing state pension and benefit payments early due to the bank holidays. Find out if you're affected and how to manage your budget.
Santander is offering £200 to customers who switch their current account. To qualify, you must deposit £1,500 and complete the switch within 60 days. Learn the key details and eligibility criteria here.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
HMRC announces lower interest rates for late tax payments and repayments following the Bank of England base rate cut. New rates take effect from 29 December 2025. Find out how this affects you.
Santander is reducing the interest rate on its Edge Up current account from 2.5% to 2.1% from December 17. Find out how this change affects your balance and what other perks remain.
DWP confirms early state pension payments for Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Check if you're affected and plan your finances accordingly.
The DWP has announced adjusted payment dates for State Pension and key benefits over the festive holidays to ensure claimants receive funds on time. Check the new schedule here.
The DWP has responded after Martin Lewis warned up to 8.3 million Universal Credit claimants face barriers switching bank accounts. Read the full story and the call for reform.
Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.
HMRC will stop sending standard letters from April 2026, switching to digital communications. Millions must ensure contact details are correct to avoid missing vital updates.