Vishal Kumar

Vishal Kumar serves as a key editor and writer for orissaea.in, a digital news platform. He is dedicated to delivering timely and insightful coverage of current events, with a focus on both local news from Odisha and significant global affairs.

Vishal Kumar

Vishal Kumar serves as a key editor and writer for orissaea.in, a digital news platform. He is dedicated to delivering timely and insightful coverage of current events, with a focus on both local news from Odisha and significant global affairs.

This Simple Plan Could Save Your Local Pension

This Simple Plan Could Save Your Local Pension; But Does Reform UK Have It Right?

Reform UK has unveiled a plan to overhaul the £364bn Local Government Pension Scheme by redirecting investments into UK assets. While the party claims the move will boost the economy and secure pensions, financial experts warn of concentrated risk.

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You Could Be Owed £100s in Tax Refunds

Worked a Summer Job? You Could Be Owed £100s in Tax Refunds; Here’s How to Find Out

Individuals who worked a temporary summer job may be owed hundreds of pounds due to being placed on an emergency tax code. This guide explains why you might be eligible for a tax refund for a summer job and outlines the official HMRC process for claiming it back.

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Angela Rayner Facing Surprise Stamp Duty Bill

Angela Rayner Facing Surprise Stamp Duty Bill? Tax Experts Raise Alarming Questions

Labour's Deputy Leader, Angela Rayner, is facing a police review over her 2015 property sale. The core of the Angela Rayner tax dispute is whether she paid the correct Capital Gains Tax, which depends on her designated "main residence."

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UK House Prices Post Steepest

UK House Prices Plunge; Is Reeves’ New Property Tax Plan to Blame?

The UK property market is experiencing its sharpest price decline in over a year, a downturn most experts attribute to high mortgage rates. However, the drop has ignited a political clash over Labour's proposed property tax reforms, which the government blames for creating uncertainty.

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Lidl Just Changed the Rules

Lidl Just Changed the Rules; What the New £13.95 Payment Means for Every UK Shopper

Lidl UK has implemented a new payment system for its tyre inflation service, involving a £13.95 pre-authorisation hold on customer cards. This temporary hold, not the final fee, has raised questions about the impact on shoppers' available funds.

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Small Businesses Need to Know About EPR

Confused by New Packaging Rules? Here’s What Small Businesses Need to Know About EPR

New Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules require many small businesses to collect detailed data on their packaging and pay fees towards its recycling. This guide explains the thresholds, compliance steps, and financial impact of these significant environmental regulations.

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Minister Muir Says It’s Just the Beginning

New Farm Sustainability Payment Rolls Out; Minister Muir Says It’s Just the Beginning

Northern Ireland has launched its new Farm Sustainability Payment, a transitional fund replacing the EU's Basic Payment Scheme. Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir stated this is the first phase of a broader future farming policy linking financial support to environmental goals.

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Car Tax in the UK September 2025

Car Tax in the UK September 2025: Everything You Need to Know

As of September 2025, the UK's electric vehicle owners are paying Vehicle Excise Duty for the first time under new rules that took effect in April. This update to the car tax UK system removes a key financial incentive for EVs.

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A row of typical British terraced houses with a 'To Let' sign

UK Housing Benefit In September 2025 – Check Benefit Amounts, Eligibility Criteria

This essential guide to the UK Housing Benefit in September 2025 details current payment amounts, eligibility criteria, and key financial determinants like Local Housing Allowance rates and the benefit cap, primarily for pensioners and those in supported housing.

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New MOT Rules for September 2025

New MOT Rules for September 2025: What Drivers Need to Know

LONDON — The United Kingdom’s annual vehicle inspection scheme, known as the Ministry of Transport (MOT) test, is undergoing significant changes effective September 2025. ...

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