New HMRC rule: Landlords face 10 tax returns
UK landlords earning over £50,000 must file quarterly digital tax summaries from April under HMRC's Making Tax Digital. Learn key deadlines and expert advice to avoid confusion.
UK landlords earning over £50,000 must file quarterly digital tax summaries from April under HMRC's Making Tax Digital. Learn key deadlines and expert advice to avoid confusion.
Campaigners demand Labour and Ofgem stop forced prepayment meter installations as secret court processes continue. Read the latest on the energy debt scandal.
HMRC has issued over 300,000 letters chasing tax bills of £100 or less, with critics calling the process a waste of time and money. Discover the impact of frozen tax thresholds.
Thousands are missing out on billions in financial help. A debt charity reports a surge in calls over Christmas and warns of a tough year ahead. Check your eligibility now.
HMRC announces a major crackdown on unpaid taxes, targeting individuals and companies. Learn about the new enforcement measures and the billions in revenue being pursued.
A worrying Bank of England report shows consumer credit growth surged to 8.1% in November. Experts warn of debt risks as millions struggle with festive costs. Get free debt advice.
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
The UK government confirms a major bin collection overhaul from 2026, requiring households to separate waste into seven streams. Find out what this means for you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax changes for 2026 will impact millions. From frozen thresholds to new levies, discover the seven key ways your finances will be affected. Read the full analysis.
Millions of newly self-employed face paying 150% of their tax bill upfront due to HMRC's 'payments on account' rule. Learn how it works and what you can do if you can't pay.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over frozen tax bands, a 'stealth tax' pulling thousands into higher rates. Learn how it impacts wages and pensions.
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service changes from June 2026, including fortnightly general rubbish collections and new weekly food waste pickups. Learn the timeline and details.
New data reveals a 42% surge in drivers paying the £425 Expensive Car Supplement. Find out if your family car is caught in this tax bracket.
Ofgem's new price cap will see typical energy bills hit £1,758 from January 2026, a £500 increase on 2021. Charity warns six million UK children now live in fuel poverty.
Experts urge couples to discuss finances before moving in together. Debt, joint accounts, and future goals are key to avoiding relationship strain. Get free advice from MoneyHelper.
Birmingham City Council confirms revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year 2026. Residents warned NOT to put blue-lid recycling bins out due to ongoing strike action. Check your new dates here.
Frozen tax thresholds have dragged 420,000 motorists into paying the luxury vehicle levy, a 42% rise in two years. Discover how family cars are being caught in the tax net.
Birmingham City Council confirms a major waste service overhaul for 2026, including fortnightly rubbish collections and new weekly food waste pickups. Learn the timeline and what it means for you.
Birmingham Hospice's Treecycling scheme offers an eco-friendly way to dispose of your real Christmas tree in January. Register your tree for collection, make a donation, and support vital end-of-life care services.
Struggling with post-Christmas debt? Citizens Advice offers a vital 5-step plan for UK households to regain financial control, from budgeting to the Breathing Space scheme. Get help now.
Birmingham City Council releases revised 2025 festive waste collection schedule. Check your dates online as recycling remains suspended due to industrial action.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Tax expert Mike Warburton issues a stark warning over HMRC's plan to collect self-assessment liabilities in-year via PAYE from April 2029. Read the details and potential impact.
UK households will need four bins from 2026 under new government rules for recycling and food waste. Learn how the changes will affect you.
Major changes to bin collections across the UK start this week due to Christmas holidays. Residents must check revised schedules to avoid service disruptions and potential fines.
Birmingham City Council confirms revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Check the new schedule and find out when to put your bins out.
The Be At One cocktail bar in Bristol shuts its doors for good this weekend. Its owner, Stonegate Group, is exploring the sale of over 1,000 sites amid a major restructuring plan. Read the full story.
Kerry Blackett, dubbed the 'Christmas angel', has spent 14 years helping her community save for the festive season. Discover how her planning brings peace of mind to 100 households facing soaring costs.