HMRC to access UK crypto holdings from 2026
HMRC will gain access to UK households' crypto holdings from 2027. Learn how this tax crackdown affects you and what you need to report.
Category : Legislative Changes
December's 9 DWP and Money Changes Explained
From the DWP Christmas Bonus to Cold Weather Payments, discover the nine key financial changes affecting millions of UK households in December 2025. Plan your finances now.
10 Million Pensioners Spared State Pension Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces 10 million state pensioners will not pay income tax on their pensions this Parliament. Find out how the rule change affects you.
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.
State pensioners to avoid tax returns under Labour
Martin Lewis reacts as Rachel Reeves confirms state pensioners won't pay income tax or fill returns in this parliament. Key 2026 threshold changes explained.
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.
Labour axes WFH tax relief for English home workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers' expenses from April. Discover how this budget change impacts you and what it means for the future.
Petition for £20,000 Tax Allowance Hits 10k Signatures
A public petition urging HMRC to raise the Personal Tax Allowance to £20,000 has gained significant traction. Read the government's response and what happens next.
DWP's 'blanket' crackdown could debank benefit claimants
New DWP powers allow bank account checks on Universal Credit claimants. MPs warn of 'mass fishing' operations and threats to civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
DWP to scrap Income Support and JSA in 2026
Thousands warned as DWP confirms Income Support and Jobseeker's Allowance will end permanently in April 2026. Claimants urged not to ignore migration letters to Universal Credit.
Student Loan Repayments Frozen for Three Years
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes Plan 2 student loan repayments and interest rates until 2030, a move set to raise £400m annually. Discover the full budget impact.
State pension perk axed for thousands abroad
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 NI payments for pensioners overseas, requiring 10 years UK residency. Discover the impact on your state pension.
State pension to rise by £575 a year
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms 4.8% state pension increase via Triple Lock in Autumn Budget. Full new state pension rises to £12,547.60 annually.
6 DWP and Benefits Changes in Labour Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces six major DWP reforms including ending the two-child benefit cap, increasing state pensions, and overhauling disability support.
Reeves Confirms Universal Credit Boost
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the two-child benefit cap will be scrapped, giving thousands of families a major Universal Credit increase from April next year.
UK Passports Get Major Redesign with King Charles Crest
Discover the new British passport design featuring King Charles's coat of arms, enhanced security, and iconic UK landmarks. Learn what's changing from December.
DWP insider: PIP cuts 'don't go far enough'
Ex-DWP policy head Matt Ryder urges Labour to push further on PIP reforms, calling recent luxury car cuts 'window dressing'. Read the full analysis.
Universal Credit claimants get £1,200 savings boost
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to make the Help to Save scheme permanent, offering Universal Credit claimants a potential £1,200 tax-free bonus. Learn how this budget announcement impacts you.
DWP to seize bank statements in benefit crackdown
New DWP powers will allow seizure of three months' bank statements to combat benefit fraud. Learn how this crackdown affects claimants and the safeguards in place.
DWP begins Universal Credit fraud crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights a DWP crackdown on Universal Credit fraud, aiming to save £1.2bn. Claimants are told to gather financial evidence to avoid penalties.
Major driving test change affects millions in UK
A major DVSA rule change for UK driving tests starts today, affecting 3.7 million learners. New requirements focus on high-speed rural roads to improve safety.
Drink-Drive Limit Could Be Cut Across UK
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
UK Vape Crackdown: £10k Fines & Prison Threat
Rogue traders face £10,000 fines and prison under new UK rules targeting illegal vapes. Learn how digital stamps will protect consumers and disrupt criminal networks.
DVSA driving test changes start Monday
Major DVSA driving test changes begin 24 November, requiring longer time on faster roads and fewer stops. Learn how this aims to improve road safety for new drivers.
Universal Credit rules softened for 560,000 people
The DWP is softening Universal Credit sanctions for over 560,000 claimants, replacing payment stoppages with non-financial penalties. Discover the new rules effective from November 26.
HMRC raises tax threshold to £3,000 for side hustles
HMRC increases the trading income threshold to £3,000, freeing 300,000 from Self-Assessment. Discover how this tax simplification benefits you.
DWP Christmas Benefit Payment Dates Change
DWP announces early benefit payments for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Find out what to do if your payment is late and how to resolve disputes.
New DWP Universal Credit child payments revealed
DWP releases new guidance for Universal Credit claimants with children. Check if you're eligible for extra monthly payments up to £339 and childcare cost reclaims.
DWP expands bank account checks for benefits
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
Migrants face 30-year benefits ban under new rules
New government plans will block migrants from claiming DWP benefits until they gain citizenship. Critics warn of 'expensive bureaucracy' and decades of uncertainty.
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