Uber rewrites driver contracts to avoid new VAT rules
Uber has restructured its UK contracts to sidestep a new 20% VAT charge on fares outside London, a move that could impact millions in Treasury revenue. Discover the full story.
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Uber London fares to rise after tax scheme closure
Private hire firms like Uber can no longer use a VAT loophole, a move hailed by black cab drivers but set to increase passenger costs in London. Discover the impact.
Uber prices soar as government ends VAT loophole
Londoners face higher Uber and Bolt fares as a new VAT rule comes into force, ending a tax scheme for ride-hailing apps. The move aims to level the playing field with black cabs.
China taxes condoms to boost birth rates
China introduces a 13% VAT on contraceptives while exempting childcare services, aiming to reverse a declining population. Experts debate the policy's effectiveness and potential risks.
Healthy food key in new alcohol addiction rehab scheme
A new UK rehabilitation scheme uses nutrition and cooking courses to fight alcohol addiction. Participants report better health and sustained sobriety. Read how 'Nourish the New You' is changing recovery.
US Halts Minnesota Childcare Funds Amid Fraud Allegations
The Trump administration suspends federal childcare funding to Minnesota, citing fraud. Governor Tim Walz calls it a political move, noting years of prior prosecutions.
Motor Finance Scandal: FCA's £11bn Scheme Faces Backlash
The FCA's motor finance redress scheme faces fierce criticism from both banks and consumer groups. With £11bn at stake and a potential legal battle looming, find out what happens next in 2026.
Bayeux Tapestry insured for £800m for UK loan
The Bayeux Tapestry will be insured for £800m for its first UK visit in over 900 years. See the 11th-century masterpiece at the British Museum from autumn 2026.
Bayeux Tapestry insured for £800m for UK loan
The priceless Bayeux Tapestry will be insured for £800m by the British taxpayer for its 2026 UK exhibition. Discover the details of this historic cultural exchange.
UK Military Gap Year Scheme Details Revealed
The UK government unveils its new paid military gap year scheme for under-25s, aiming to boost defence recruitment amid rising global threats. Discover the details and how it works.
Miners win £100-a-week pension boost after govt U-turn
Former mineworkers celebrate a 'historic' 41% pension uplift after the government returns a £2.3bn reserve. Thousands to receive backdated lump sums, ending a long-standing injustice.
Half Price London Travel for Jobseekers on Benefits
Londoners on Jobseeker's Allowance or Universal Credit can get 50% off Tube, bus and train fares. Find out if you qualify and how to apply for the TfL discount scheme.
Australia's Gas Reservation Policy to Lower Energy Prices
Australia mandates major LNG exporters to reserve up to a quarter of gas for domestic use from 2027, aiming to lower soaring energy prices. Read the full details of this historic policy.
Earn 30,000 Avios Points by Selling Your Home with Foxtons
Estate agent Foxtons partners with British Airways' Avios, letting homeowners earn up to 30,000 points for property sales or lettings. Discover how to convert your home into free flights.
London Mayor challenged over £570m Erasmus scheme cost
Sadiq Khan faces City Hall grilling over the £570m cost to rejoin Erasmus, with critics saying the funds could fix Hammersmith Bridge or build new railways. Discover the clash over spending priorities.
How South Korea's smart bins slash food waste
South Korea recycles 96.8% of its food waste using RFID bins that charge by weight. Discover how this tech-driven system changed behaviour and cut Seoul's waste by 23.9%.
Low-deposit schemes 'generate inequality', study finds
New economic modelling suggests government-backed low-deposit schemes can push house prices up by 10-20%, disproportionately harming low-income first-time buyers. Discover the long-term impacts.
HSBC Chair Invested in Collapsed Tax Avoidance Scheme
HSBC's new chair, Brendon Nelson, lost money in an unregulated biofuel investment scheme marketed for tax avoidance. The scheme collapsed, wiping out millions. Read the full investigation.
China Taxes Condoms in Bid to Reverse Falling Birth Rate
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
UK set to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange scheme in 2027
The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ programme from January 2027, a move celebrated by students but bittersweet for those who missed out. Discover the impact on funding and opportunities.
UK to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange scheme
The UK is poised to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme from 2027, marking a major post-Brexit reset. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for students.
Horizon victim forced to sue Post Office for redress
Former subpostmistress Janet Skinner takes legal action against the Post Office, seeking full compensation for her wrongful Horizon IT scandal conviction. Her solicitor warns more victims may follow.
Morrisons loses £17m VAT fight on rotisserie chicken
A High Court ruling means Morrisons faces a £17m tax bill after judges decided its rotisserie chickens are subject to the 20% 'pasty tax'. The supermarket argued most are eaten cold.
Sunak feared UK couldn't fund itself during Covid pandemic
Rishi Sunak told the Covid inquiry he was 'acutely stressed' by rising bond costs in 2020, fearing the UK's ability to fund itself. Discover the emergency measures considered to avert a crisis.
Young people risk benefits in new £820m work scheme
Nearly a million young people on Universal Credit must engage with new intensive support or face sanctions. The £820m plan aims to tackle rising NEET figures. Read the full details.
Youth on benefits face sanctions in new work scheme
Young people on Universal Credit will be offered jobs in construction and hospitality. Those who refuse could lose benefits. The £820m scheme starts Spring 2026.
JLS star Aston Merrygold updates fans after surgery
JLS singer Aston Merrygold has reassured fans after a successful operation for a tour injury. Get the latest health update and messages of support from his bandmates.
Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball Tour Storms Melbourne
Lady Gaga brought her chaotic 'Mayhem Ball' tour to Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, delivering a two-hour spectacle of avant-garde fashion, theatrical performance, and pop anthems. Read our full review.
UK pushes for two-year EU youth mobility scheme by 2026
UK ministers are negotiating a time-limited youth mobility scheme with the EU, aiming for a deal by 2026. The plan would allow tens of thousands of young Britons and Europeans to live and work abroad.
Nature-friendly farming schemes hit by funding and contract issues
England's ambitious landscape recovery scheme faces low uptake as new contracts allow termination with just one year's notice and funding is slashed. Conservationists warn of a major step back for wildlife.
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