State pension tax break to save claimants £190+
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms new policy shielding state pensioners from income tax. Find out how much you could save from 2027.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms new policy shielding state pensioners from income tax. Find out how much you could save from 2027.
New report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry sinking was due to bow failure, not collision or explosion. Read the final findings on Europe's worst maritime disaster.
Japan's PM pledges firm response after Chinese J-15 fighter aircraft allegedly locked radar onto Japanese jets near Okinawa, escalating regional tensions. Read the full details.
Japan alleges Chinese fighter jets locked fire-control radar on its aircraft in a major military escalation. Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi condemns the 'dangerous acts'. Read the full story.
Japanese defence minister accuses Chinese J-15 fighters of dangerous radar lock-ons on F-15s over international waters. The incident marks a serious military escalation amid tensions over Taiwan. Read the full report.
Japan lodges a formal protest after a Chinese J-15 fighter from the Liaoning carrier locks radar on Japanese F-15s. Defence Minister Koizumi calls it a 'dangerous act'. Read the latest.
A new Gen Z trend sees young Brits swapping mulled wine for self-improvement this December. Searches for the 'Great Lock-In' challenge surge by 1,328%, highlighting a sober festive shift.
Former Girls Next Door star Kendra Wilkinson reveals she's undergoing an alcohol detox after facing criticism online. The Playboy veteran, now a real estate agent, opens up about her past struggles.
Zohran Mamdani's groundbreaking NYC mayoral win, securing 50.4% of the vote, showcases a modern 'hybrid media' campaign that masterfully merged online mobilisation with a vast 100,000-strong door-knocking effort. Discover the strategy behind the victory.
Woolworths faces backlash for exploiting a fast-track housing scheme, adding separate 'poor door' entrances for affordable units in 10 developments. Read the full investigation.
A woman's ingenious Christmas wreath hanging method requires zero effort and prevents damage to your door. Discover the simple one-item solution for double the festive cheer.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.8% state pension rise from April 2026 and assures pensioners with no other income will not pay tax this Parliament. Learn what this means for you.
UK pensioners react to claims they're 'mollycoddled' by Rachel Reeves' Budget, defending the triple lock as essential for survival. Readers share stories of financial struggle.
A 4.8% State Pension rise leaves retirees just £22 from the tax threshold. Experts warn millions face a hidden tax squeeze as frozen allowances bite. Discover the full impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves protects pension triple lock with 4.8% increase while hitting workers with stealth taxes and ISA cuts. Is generational fairness at risk?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 4.8% state pension increase from April 2026, giving millions of pensioners an extra £575 a year. Discover the new weekly rates and tax implications.
A coroner's report reveals a fatal flaw in Toyota Corolla's anti-lock brakes after a tyre detachment led to a Surrey motorway collision. Read the full investigation.
Chancellor to confirm triple lock, but state pension still falls short of basic living costs. Find out how the payments compare to what's needed.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the state pension will rise by 4.8%, but the triple lock victory brings a hidden tax consequence for millions of pensioners. Discover the full story.
Truck Festival 2026 announces its huge headliners: The Libertines, The Wombats, Two Door Cinema Club, CMAT, and a reformed The Maccabees. Get your tickets now for the Oxfordshire event!
The UK state pension is set for a £561 annual increase from April 2026, bringing it close to the frozen income tax threshold. Discover what this means for pensioners.
Rachel Reeves' autumn Budget could impact pensioners through frozen tax thresholds affecting state pensions. Discover how the triple lock and stealth taxes might affect your income.
New analysis reveals a tax threshold freeze extension could force 10 million UK pensioners to pay income tax by 2030. Discover the impact on your finances and what it means.
New analysis reveals 1.3 million more Brits will pay 40% income tax as Rachel Reeves freezes thresholds, while pensioners get £550 rise. Read the full Budget impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension will rise to over £240 per week under triple lock. Find out how much extra you'll receive.
Residents in picturesque Cotswolds villages support Article 4 directives that control everything from front door colours to garden changes, preserving historic charm despite frustrations.
Carl Peters, owner of Alibi bar in Altrincham, defends controversial door policy banning solo drinkers after 9pm for safety reasons. Read his full explanation.
Rumours swirl ahead of the Autumn Budget on November 26. Discover how potential changes to tax-free lump sums and salary sacrifice could impact your retirement pot.
Liv Bedford recalls a 'petrifying' late-night experience where a man tried to open her car door. She urges all women to lock their doors immediately for safety.
Rising unemployment tightens the Treasury's fiscal position, putting the state pension triple lock at risk. Will the Chancellor change the policy in the Autumn Budget?