Starmer defends £26bn tax hike and Brexit stance in speech
PM Keir Starmer defends the Budget and Rachel Reeves, calls for a 'grown up' EU relationship, and vows to tackle child poverty. Full analysis of his London speech.
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Lake District homeowners hit by Labour mansion tax
Wealthy second home owners in Windermere face £5,000 annual tax hikes under Labour's new council tax surcharge, forcing sales and local exodus. Discover the impact.
Mansion Tax to Impact Over Half of Homes in Wealthy Areas
Exclusive analysis reveals over 60% of homeowners in Knightsbridge face Rachel Reeves' new mansion tax on properties over £2m. Discover which areas are most affected.
Alcohol duty rise to add 38p to gin from February 2026
Brits will pay more for wine, spirits and beer as alcohol duty rises by 3.66% in February 2026. See exactly how much your favourite drink will cost.
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.
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
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.
300,000 home workers lose £124 tax break
Around 300,000 UK employees face a tax hike of up to £124 as HMRC scraps the tax relief on home-working expenses from April 2026. Discover the full impact.
New 'Mansion Tax' with £7,500 Annual Charge Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 'high value council tax surcharge' on properties over £2 million, creating four new bands. Discover how this new property tax will work.
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.
Budget leak reveals £26bn tax rise and growth downgrade
OBR's premature release details Rachel Reeves' Budget, forecasting slower economic growth and £26bn in tax rises by 2030 through frozen thresholds. Discover the full impact.
Mansion tax branded 'unfair' by next-door neighbours
A proposed mansion tax creates a postcode lottery as two neighbours in similar houses face different fates. Discover how Rachel Reeves's Budget plan impacts homeowners.
Reeves' Tax Hike to Fund £14k Benefit Boost for Families
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £25bn, scrapping the two-child benefit cap. 18,000 large families to gain over £14,000 yearly. Discover the full Budget impact.
Expert: Why Rachel Reeves's Mansion Tax Won't Work
Leading tax expert Dan Neidle reveals why the proposed mansion tax is unfair and unworkable, citing outdated valuations. Discover the potential impact on homeowners.
Budget 'Mansion Tax' on 100,000 £2m+ Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a council tax surcharge on properties valued over £2 million in the Budget. Discover if you're affected and how to potentially cut your bill.
Expert: Reeves' Mansion Tax Plan Won't Work
Tax expert Dan Neidle reveals why Rachel Reeves' proposed mansion tax, based on outdated 1991 valuations, is unworkable and could stall the housing market. Discover the key issues.
Reeves' Mansion Tax Hits 100,000 Homes in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans £2,000 annual levy on top council tax bands, disproportionately affecting South East homeowners. Check how your area could be impacted.
Reeves faces £22bn hole with property tax in sights
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts £22bn fiscal gap with property tax reforms targeting high-value homes, council tax overhaul and stamp duty changes in imminent Budget.
Hunter Valley council plans 40% rate hike
Cessnock City Council proposes a staggering 39.9% rates increase, costing households over $1,000 annually. Residents fight back with petition as council cites financial crisis.
Healey's council tax error causes Labour embarrassment
Defence Secretary John Healey faces questions after underpaying council tax on his Westminster second home due to an administrative error. The Labour minister has now paid the full £1,500 owed. Discover the full story.
Treasury Plans Council Tax Overhaul for Priciest Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to undertake a full council tax revaluation as the Treasury plans a new levy on properties valued over £1 million. Discover the potential impact on UK homeowners.
Reeves' Budget Levy Targets Middle Class Families
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a new council tax surcharge on hundreds of thousands of homes in England, aiming to raise £600m. Discover how this 'mansion tax' could impact you.
Reeves Plans New Property Tax After U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a new levy on high-value homes and extend income tax threshold freezes in the November Budget. Discover the full details and economic impact.
New HMRC Tax Rules for Self-Employed in 2026
Self-employed workers and landlords earning over £50,000 must prepare for HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, requiring quarterly digital updates from April 2026. Learn how to adapt.
Reeves Plans £20-30bn Tax Rise in November Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons income tax rise but targets £20-30bn through threshold freezes, EV charges & gambling taxes. Full budget breakdown inside.
Martin Lewis: Check for £1,000+ council tax refunds now
Money Saving Expert reveals thousands are owed council tax refunds after banding errors - here's how to check if you're due money back.
Millions Could Claim Council Tax Refunds - Check Now
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
HMRC Urges Millions to Claim £1.5bn Tax Refunds
HMRC is sitting on £1.5 billion in unclaimed tax refunds - discover if you're among the millions owed money and how to claim your cash before it's too late.
HMRC Sends Tax Warning Letters to 45,000 Workers
Thousands of UK workers receive unexpected tax demands from HMRC after BBC expert reveals widespread coding errors affecting pensions and multiple jobs.
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