A wife in California created a homemade Godzilla-themed rage room for her husband's 57th birthday, letting him smash a miniature Tokyo to relieve a year of stress. Discover this unique stress-relief story.
Expert reveals three crucial steps to save thousands before Labour's new salary sacrifice cap hits in April 2029. Act now to protect your pension and reduce taxable income.
Labour's Treasury scraps the £6 weekly tax relief for home-working expenses from April 2026, sparking criticism from HR and finance experts. Find out what it means for you.
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.
Revealed: Five common errors that can halt or reduce your DWP state pension. Learn how to protect your income and avoid costly underpayments.
From April 2029, a new Labour rule caps NI-exempt pension contributions at £2,000. Experts urge households to review their pensions and coordinate with partners to protect savings.
Martin Lewis warns state pensioners they have just six years to top up National Insurance contributions. Check now to see if you can boost your pension by thousands.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
Discover 16 stunning National Trust winter walks around Birmingham and the Midlands, complete with cosy cafes for tea and cake. Many routes are dog-friendly and accessible.
HMRC has increased the IHT nil-rate band for business and farming assets to £2.5m per person from April 2026, offering relief to family-owned enterprises. Read the full details and expert reactions.
The government raises the IHT threshold for farmers to £2.5m, a policy U-turn experts warn inflates land prices and benefits wealthy investors over family farms. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major U-turn, raising the agricultural property relief threshold to £2.5m from April 2026. This change will protect family farms from hefty inheritance tax bills. Read the full details.
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Business owners are urged to start preparing now for a sale to beat a Capital Gains Tax increase in April 2026. Delays could cost tens of thousands. Expert advice inside.
As the self-assessment deadline looms, HMRC reports record tax receipts exceeding £900bn. Experts warn of fiscal drag and rising unemployment impacting public finances. Read the full analysis.
A little-known insurance rule could see drivers losing thousands this Christmas. Hiding presents in your vehicle may breach 'reasonable care' clauses, leading to reduced or invalidated claims. Check your policy now.
HMRC data reveals a £41.8bn rise in tax receipts to £579bn, driven by threshold freezes. Read the full analysis of the Chancellor's fiscal impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £2,000 NICs exemption cap on salary sacrifice pension contributions from 2029, protecting 4.3 million savers. Discover how this pension rule change affects you.
HMRC has issued a warning to pensioners on PAYE, stating they 'can expect' official notices by March 2026 regarding pension tax relief claims. The tax authority confirmed lengthy processing times.
Thousands of UK state pensioners will receive an early £921 payment next week due to the Christmas holidays. Find out if you are affected and what the new weekly rate will be.
The Senedd has unanimously approved a £116m transitional relief scheme to phase in tax increases for 25,000 Welsh businesses after the 2026 revaluation. Learn how this support will work.
HMRC warns thousands who turned 18 in recent years they could be missing out on money. Learn how to find and cash in your Child Trust Fund before the new year.
UK public sector borrowing reached £11.7bn last month, surpassing economist forecasts despite a surge in tax revenues. Discover the fiscal challenges facing the Chancellor.
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
HMRC warns a Christmas work bonus could push you into a higher tax bracket. A £10,000 bonus risks 40% tax. Experts recommend 'bonus sacrifice' into your pension.
Retirees are being asked to pay thousands to boost their state pension, even after decades of National Insurance payments. Experts explain the 'contracted out' rules and if a refund is possible.
Millions of UK state pensioners could see their income rise by over £600 a year by deferring claims and stopping National Insurance payments after age 66. Learn how to claim.
UK motorists are being urged to avoid a common insurance pitfall that adds hundreds to premiums. Experts reveal the best time to renew your policy and save money.
Labour's 4.1% state pension hike faces a fiscal threat from rising unemployment and a shrinking tax base. Experts warn the policy could backfire. Read the full analysis.
UK drivers could save over £300 by renewing car insurance 21-28 days early. Experts warn against last-minute decisions. Discover the proactive strategy for the best rates.