Tiny London flat hit by new 'Mansion Tax' from 2028
A compact London flat priced at £2m will be subject to the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge, raising questions about the levy's fairness. Discover the details and wider impact.
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House prices rise 0.3% in November, defying budget fears
UK house prices increased by 0.3% in November, with Nationwide predicting the new 'mansion tax' will have minimal market impact. Discover the latest property market trends and analysis.
Rayner Council Tax Row: Fresh Allegations Emerge
Angela Rayner faces new allegations over council tax payments on her grace-and-favour home. Discover the timeline of events and political implications.
3 DWP Winter Benefits for Heating Bills
The DWP highlights Winter Fuel Payment, Warm Home Discount and Cold Weather Payment to help UK households with energy costs this winter. Check your eligibility now.
Mansion Tax: £2.5k Surcharge on £2m Homes from 2028
A new 'mansion tax' on homes over £2million will hit London hardest. See the interactive map revealing the 26,500 properties affected across the UK from 2028.
New Council Tax Surcharge for £2M+ Properties in England
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a High Value Council Tax Surcharge on properties over £2 million from April 2028. Discover how this property tax reform aims to increase fairness.
New Council Tax Surcharge for £2m+ Properties
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new annual council tax surcharge for properties valued over £2m, starting April 2028. Find out how this 'mansion tax' could affect homeowners.
Labour's Mansion Tax to Hit 'Normal' London Properties
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new High Value Council Tax Surcharge will cost owners of £2m+ homes £2,500 a year. Experts warn it will subdue the property market and hit families, not just the ultra-rich. Discover the full impact.
Reeves Unveils New Mansion Tax on £2m+ Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 'high value council tax surcharge' on properties over £2 million, expected to raise £400 million annually. Discover how this new mansion tax will work.
DWP: Millions cannot claim £25 cold weather payment
The DWP reveals millions won't get the £25 Cold Weather Payment due to specific eligibility rules. Find out if you qualify and what alternative support is available in Scotland.
Minister's council tax error fuels Labour financial scrutiny
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1500 in council tax due to Westminster Council error. Labour faces fresh scrutiny over ministers' financial affairs. Read the full details.
Benefits Not Eligible for DWP Cold Weather Payment 2025
As a cold snap hits the UK, discover which DWP benefits do not qualify for the £25 Cold Weather Payment and what support is available in Scotland instead. Check your eligibility now.
DWP £25 Cold Weather Payment Warning Issued
Benefit recipients urged to check bank statements for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Find out if you qualify and how to spot the payment code. Don't miss out!
DWP confirms £10 tax-free Christmas bonus
Millions on benefits like Universal Credit and PIP will receive an automatic £10 tax-free payment in early December. Check if you qualify and what to do if you don't receive it.
Contactless 'tipping machines' outrage Brewdog customers
Brewdog faces backlash as contactless tipping devices at London Waterloo bar accidentally charge customers. Discover the debate over UK tipping culture and the tech behind the controversy.
Farage slammed over EU benefits ban plot
Reform UK's Nigel Farage faces backlash for pledging to bar EU nationals from welfare, a move critics warn could trigger a trade war and price hikes. Read the full story.
Bank shares fall as Reeves plans £40bn budget raid
Barclays, Lloyds and HSBC shares plummet as Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers banking surcharge hike and tax threshold freeze to raise £40bn. Discover the full impact.
Farage unveils £25bn spending cuts targeting foreigners
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage announces radical proposals to save £25bn by cutting foreign aid, stripping EU nationals' benefits and increasing NHS surcharge. Labour warns of potential trade war.
Contactless travel expands to 50 UK stations & airports
Major boost for UK rail passengers as contactless pay-as-you-go expands to Stansted, Southend airports and 50 more stations from December 14. Tap and travel!
Contactless Payments Launch at Stansted Airport Station
Stansted Airport station will finally accept contactless payments from December 14, saving thousands of London travellers from unfair £100 penalty fares. Discover the full list of upgraded stations.
Stansted Airport station to accept contactless payments
Rail passengers travelling between London and Stansted Airport will no longer face £100 fines as contactless payments are introduced from December 14th.
Indonesia's New Digital Payment System for Tourists
Indonesia rolls out a new digital payment pack for tourists in Bali, offering instant SIM and e-wallet access. A major step towards a cashless society for over 1.5 million Australian visitors.
Five groups not eligible for winter fuel payment
The DWP has confirmed five groups who will not receive the 2025 winter fuel payment, despite meeting age criteria. Payments of £200-£300 are now reaching pensioners. Learn eligibility rules and scam warnings.
New Contactless Tech Cuts UK Airport Queues
A major passport control change using facial recognition is set to reduce long airport queues for British passengers. Discover how this innovation speeds up border control.
DWP November 2025 Payment Dates: Pensions & Benefits
Millions of Britons await crucial DWP payments including State Pension, Universal Credit and PIP in November 2025. Get the complete schedule and cost of living update.
Cashless Catastrophe: Australia's Digital Payment Warning
As Australia rapidly transitions to a cashless society, experts issue stark warnings about the risks facing vulnerable populations and what it means for financial freedom.
DWP confirms £299 Cost of Living Payment dates
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the crucial payment dates for millions of households awaiting the final £299 Cost of Living support this winter.
Apple Pay Casinos Revolutionise UK Mobile Gambling
Discover how Apple Pay is transforming the UK's online casino landscape with instant deposits, enhanced security, and exclusive bonuses for British players.
Chick-fil-A's Hot Food Vending Machine Hits Georgia Stadium
American fast-food giant Chick-fil-A launches groundbreaking hot meal vending machine in Atlanta, serving fresh sandwiches and waffle fries 24/7 with contactless payment.
DWP reveals £299 Cost of Living payment date
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed when millions of households will receive their final Cost of Living payment - here's what you need to know.
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