Uber fares to rise 20% from January 2026
A VAT rule change means Uber and private hire trips in England will cost 15-20% more from 2 Jan 2026. Find out why and who it hits hardest.
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EV Maker Calls for VAT Cut on Public Charging
Polestar UK urges the government to slash VAT on public EV charging from 20% to 5%, aligning it with home rates. The move aims to support drivers without off-street parking. Read the full story.
Labour's Mansion Tax Spares £2m+ Social Housing
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.
Driveway VAT rule 'penalises' UK renters and urban EV owners
A 20% VAT charge on public EV charging vs 5% at home creates a 'two-tier system', penalising those without driveways. Industry leaders call for reform to boost fairness and net zero goals.
Labour Budget keeps classic car tax exemption for 350,000
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.
DWP exempts some from £400 Motability charge
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.
Taxi VAT change to impact millions of UK journeys
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces VAT changes for private hire vehicles from January 2026, levelling the playing field but potentially raising fares. Find out how this affects you.
Morrisons loses £17m VAT case on rotisserie chicken
Supermarket giant Morrisons must pay a £17 million tax bill after a High Court ruling on VAT for its rotisserie chickens. The decision could impact prices and consumer habits. Read the full details.
HMRC warns agents over overdue VAT returns by Feb 2026
HMRC warns UK tax agents with two or more overdue VAT returns to resolve their situation by 7 February 2026 or face penalties, including suspended agent codes. Act now to avoid action.
London Congestion Charge rises to £18, EV discount cut
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.
Drivers who won't pay car tax in 2026 revealed
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.
Labour urged to protect DWP Motability scheme from cuts
The SNP warns Rachel Reeves against slashing tax exemptions for the Motability car scheme, which could hike costs for thousands of disabled people. Read the full story.
Uber prices to rise 20% after Autumn Budget change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
Search and Rescue Vehicles Exempt from Car Tax
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.
Classic Car Tax Exemption Confirmed for 2026
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.
Taxi Tax: 20% VAT to Push Fares Up by 15%
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget introduces a 20% VAT on private hire vehicles, dubbed the 'taxi tax'. Firms warn it will increase fares by 15%, impacting Uber and Bolt users. Read the full story.
Three Tax Hikes Expected in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to outline the Autumn Budget, with financial experts warning of potential rises in VAT, Income Tax, and National Insurance. Get the latest updates.
59 taxi firms condemn Labour's 20% VAT 'taxi tax'
A planned 20% VAT on private hire vehicles faces a major backlash, with warnings it will disproportionately impact elderly, disabled, and rural passengers. Read the united call to scrap the tax.
DWP's new fraud powers exempt state pension
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.
Labour breaks silence on classic car tax rule
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.
Gift money to children before HMRC rule change
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.
Over a Third of UK Pubs Risk Closure, Warns BII
The British Institute of Innkeeping warns 35% of pubs could close without immediate government intervention in the Autumn Budget. Urgent tax cuts are needed.
MPs call for VAT cut for hospitality sector
Cross-party group of 27 MPs urges Chancellor to cut VAT and reform business rates for pubs, hotels, and restaurants ahead of Autumn Budget to boost growth.
Energy bills could be cut by £200 in Budget
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash energy bills by up to £200. Key measures include VAT cuts and removing green levies. Find out how this affects you.
Autumn Budget VAT Raid Could Target Taxi Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may impose VAT on private hire fares, risking a 20% price hike. Industry experts warn this could devastate the sector and reduce cab usage. Read the full analysis.
Reeves targets 'ghost children' in £1.4bn school reform
Labour's Shadow Chancellor unveils ambitious plan to tackle the attendance crisis, fund mental health support in schools, and scrap 'outdated' VAT breaks for private schools to create a fairer education system.
October MOT Warning: Thousands Face £1,000 Fines
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.
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