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2m Pensioners to Get HMRC Tax Letters

Over 1.3 million people received unexpected tax bills last year, with figures set to hit 2 million. Find out why pensioners are being targeted.

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 Rule Can Increase Tax-Free Allowance to £13,830

A legitimate HMRC rule allows married couples to transfer part of their Personal Allowance, potentially boosting one partner's tax-free limit to £13,830 and saving up to £1,258. Act before the April 5 deadline.

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.

HMRC letters for savers with over £3,500

Nearly 900,000 UK savers may receive letters from HMRC to check tax on savings interest. Experts explain your obligations and what to do if contacted.

Pensioners issued £1,000 tax warning over frozen allowance

Exclusive: Pensioners relying solely on the state pension could be hit with a £1,000 tax bill by 2029. Chancellor's new policy offers a lifeline, but the frozen personal allowance creates a looming threshold. Read the full analysis.

HMRC rejects £20k tax-free allowance call

HMRC has formally rejected a public petition to raise the Personal Tax-Free Allowance to £20,000, citing a £50 billion annual cost. The petition argues it would help with living costs.

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.

1 Million Missing Out on £5,741 DWP Benefit

Around one million people are failing to claim a vital DWP benefit worth up to £5,741 a year. Attendance Allowance is not means-tested. Check your eligibility now.

DWP updates benefits after brain tumour report warning

The DWP has issued an update on Attendance Allowance, DLA, and PIP following a 'serious' warning from a charity report on the financial impact of brain tumours. Learn about the findings and the government's response.

ISA Rule Changes: Act Now if You Have Under £12,000

UK households with savings under £12,000 are urged to review their accounts ahead of major ISA rule changes in 2027. Experts advise using your tax-free allowance now to maximise long-term growth.

Call for Double Tax Code for State Pensioners

Over 25,000 back a petition for a new tax code, doubling the personal allowance for state pensioners to combat unfair taxation on small pensions. Will Parliament debate it?

Call to Double State Pensioners' Tax Allowance

A parliamentary petition urges HMRC to double the personal tax allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. With 10,000 signatures, it seeks to protect pensioners from rising tax bills as thresholds remain frozen.

Tax-Free Allowance hits £13,006 with HMRC rule

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.

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