HMRC helpline crash risks £100 fines for millions
HMRC apologises after a technical fault shut helplines, causing chaos for 5.65 million taxpayers facing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. Avoid a £100 penalty by filing now.
HMRC apologises after a technical fault shut helplines, causing chaos for 5.65 million taxpayers facing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. Avoid a £100 penalty by filing now.
Aldi reveals a growing 'postcode penalty' where households without a discount supermarket nearby pay £826 more yearly for groceries. Discover if your area is affected.
Millions face a £100 penalty if they miss the January 31 self-assessment deadline. Experts urge immediate action to avoid fines and high-interest charges.
New data reveals the priciest neighbourhoods for home buyers in the West Midlands for 2026. See if your area makes the list and discover the premium prices.
HMRC is taking a firmer line on late tax penalties, with cancellation rates falling. Experts urge taxpayers to act early to avoid fines, especially with new crypto rules.
HMRC warns Self Assessment taxpayers of an immediate £100 penalty for missing the January 31, 2026 deadline, even if no tax is owed. Act now to avoid escalating fines.
Gail Wood, 54, was told she'd won £144,000 in the People's Postcode Lottery while recovering from a hysterectomy. The life-changing prize will be paid in monthly instalments of £12,000. Read her incredible story.
HMRC urges taxpayers to file online by 31 Jan 2026 as app use surges 65%. Miss the deadline and face an automatic £100 fine. Pay via the HMRC app now.
Explore the West Midlands' most exclusive villages in the B94 postcode, where multi-million pound mansions and a serene lifestyle remain out of reach for most. Discover the luxury behind the high hedges.
HMRC announces a cut to the late payment interest rate for Self Assessment returns. Over 12 million face fines if they miss the January 31 deadline. Act now to avoid penalties.
Local councils gain new powers to issue £100 fines for pavement parking. The move aims to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with pushchairs. Find out how this affects your area.
The DWP is issuing £25 Cold Weather Payments to 728 postcodes. Find out if your area is eligible for support with winter energy bills. Check the full list now.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery explains his furious confrontation with referee Andy Madley over a denied penalty in the 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace. Discover the incident that sparked his rare outburst.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery was left furious with referee Andy Madley after a controversial penalty decision in the 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace. Read his explosive comments and match analysis.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery was left furious after a late penalty claim was ignored in the 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace. Read his explosive comments on the officiating.
The UK government proposes a crackdown on 'ghost plates' with new seizure powers and penalty points. Public consultation open until 31 March 2026.
UK households risk an immediate £100 fine for missing the January 31 self-assessment deadline. HMRC warns 5.65 million returns are still outstanding. Act now to avoid penalties.
HMRC clarifies that Winter Fuel Payments do not need declaring on Self Assessment tax returns, offering relief to pensioners. Over 5.6 million still need to file by the deadline to avoid penalties.
Three men have been prosecuted and ordered to pay over £900 in total after failing to pay Fixed Penalty Notices for littering in Walsall. Walsall Council warns residents to dispose of waste responsibly.
A shocking new study finds the price of a traditional funeral varies by nearly £4,000 across Britain, with London burial costs soaring to over £9,000. Discover the regional disparities and hidden fees.
HMRC data reveals hundreds filed tax returns in the final hours of 2025, dodging £100 penalties. Experts warn of escalating fines for late submissions. Act now to avoid charges.
HMRC urges nearly 5.65 million people to file their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January deadline to avoid an immediate £100 penalty. Online help is available on GOV.UK.
UK motorists face on-the-spot fines for driving with frosted windows as temperatures plummet. Experts warn of £5,000 penalties for snow on roofs and illegal vaping.
HMRC warns over 5.65 million people to file their Self Assessment tax return before the 31 January deadline or face a £100 penalty. Act now to avoid fines.
Fines for driving without insurance will rise from £300 to £600 as part of a new government road safety strategy aimed at cutting insurance costs for all. Learn the details.
Frank Lampard claims Coventry City were denied a clear penalty in a dramatic 3-2 loss to Birmingham City. Read his full reaction and match analysis here.
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.
UK motorists are being warned that wearing gloves while driving this winter could lead to a £1,000 fine and penalty points for creating 'unnecessary danger'.
UK households could be hit with a £162 tax penalty under new HMRC rules targeting cash held in Stocks & Shares ISAs. Learn how the 2027 changes affect your savings.
Motorists are warned that parking or turning on a stranger's driveway is trespassing and could lead to a £5,000 fine, community orders, or prosecution.