Category : Search result: council tax


Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike

Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.

£75k earners face 60% effective tax rates

New analysis reveals how middle-income professionals face crippling effective tax rates as frozen thresholds create stealth tax raid on salaries above £75,000.

HMRC slashing state pensions by up to £3,300

Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.

HMRC's new tax powers hit UK households

HMRC is implementing new 'one-to-many' compliance powers that could see working households across Britain receive unexpected tax code changes and demands for underpaid tax.

Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises

Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Birmingham Council Sells 1,000 Assets in Bankruptcy Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.

Car tax shock: Drivers face £230 annual charges

Millions of motorists are set to see their vehicle tax bills skyrocket to £230 per year as new zero-emission vehicle rules come into force, creating a financial headache for drivers across the UK.

Pay-Per-Mile Car Tax Revolution Proposed

The UK government is considering a radical overhaul of vehicle taxation that would charge drivers based on miles travelled rather than vehicle ownership. This major policy shift could replace traditional road tax and fuel duty with a new digital tracking

HMRC's £3,000 refund for 200,000 taxpayers

Nearly 200,000 people across the UK are due surprise payments of up to £3,000 from HMRC after being overcharged for tax credits, providing vital relief during the ongoing cost of living crisis.

HMRC's marriage tax trap costs couples thousands

Millions of married couples across the UK risk unexpected tax bills as HMRC launches fresh compliance checks on Marriage Allowance claims. Discover if you're affected and how to protect your finances.

Birmingham Council meeting disrupted by protestors

Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.

£46k+ Earners Face Higher Tax in Fiscal Drag Squeeze

New analysis reveals how the frozen income tax threshold is dragging more workers into higher tax brackets amid the cost of living crisis. Discover if your salary makes you one of the 'fiscal drag' victims.

2025 Budget: Tax Rises Expected in November

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing significant tax increases in the November 2025 Budget amid challenging economic forecasts, with experts predicting tough decisions ahead for UK households and businesses.

HMRC Sends Tax Code Letters to Millions

Millions of UK taxpayers are receiving crucial letters from HMRC about tax code changes that could significantly impact their finances. Here's what you need to know.

Council Tax Law Change: What Wednesday Means For You

Major legislative shift means council tax bills are set to rise for millions across England and Wales this week. Discover how the new rules affect your household budget and what exemptions apply.

Reeves urged to end income tax threshold freeze

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to reverse the controversial income tax threshold freeze as new analysis reveals millions of Britons face significant tax increases amidst the ongoing cost of living emergency.

Labour's Car Tax Overhaul: What Drivers Need to Know

Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's potential overhaul of vehicle taxation could hit drivers with significant increases, targeting luxury and high-emission vehicles while reshaping motoring costs across Britain.

Page 1 of 4