United Kingdom
Tired of Tax Season Stress? UK Users Say This 2025 Software Is a Total Game-Changer
A new UK tax software 2025, FinSimpl, is gaining praise for simplifying self-assessment ahead of new digital tax rules. Using AI to automate expense tracking, the HMRC-recognised platform aims to reduce tax season stress for freelancers and small businesses.
Fury as Pension Fund Pushes Arms Investments; Workers Urged to Say No
A major pension fund faces fury over its plan to boost investments, with unions urging workers to block the move. The debate highlights rising defence spending, ethical concerns, and questions about the role of retirement savings in global security.
UK Retirement Age Set to Rise in 2026; Were You Born in These Years?
The UK State Pension age will begin a phased increase from 66 to 67, starting in May 2026. The change, impacting those born between April 1960 and March 1961, is based on legislation designed to ensure pension sustainability.
7 Million People in UK Just Got Bad News About Their Retirement; Here’s What Happened
The UK’s Department for Work and Pensions is correcting a historic State Pension underpayment error affecting an estimated 237,000 people, mostly women. The £1.5 billion correction programme is repaying those on the pre-2016 pension system who were underpaid.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
