Snail Farm Tax Avoidance Scheme Exposed
A 79-year-old former shoe salesman is using snail farms in empty London offices to cheat councils out of millions in business rates. Meet the man behind Britain's most brazen tax dodge.
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Switch Your Cash ISA for a Better Rate: A 2025 Guide
Don't let your savings languish. Our step-by-step guide explains how to transfer your Cash ISA to a higher-paying account without losing its tax-free status. Act now to boost your interest.
Black Friday footfall down 7.2% amid economic fears
UK high street visits fell sharply on Black Friday as cost of living pressures bite. New data and KPMG report warn weak consumer spending will curb 2026 growth. Read the full analysis.
Hospitality pleads for help as business rates soar
UK pubs and hospitality businesses face 'eye-watering' business rate hikes despite government promises, leading to viability fears. Discover the impact of the 2025 budget.
Hospitality sector betrayed by business rates overhaul
UK hospitality faces a devastating stealth tax as a promised 5p business rates cut hides massive bill increases. Pubs and restaurants warn of closures and price hikes.
Budget Fuels 93% Chance of December Interest Rate Cut
Traders predict a 93% likelihood of a Bank of England rate cut in December to 3.75%, making borrowing and mortgages cheaper. Discover what this means for you.
Reeves' 'Deceiving' Budget Delays Debt Repair
Rachel Reeves faces criticism for 'deceiving' Budget that delays fiscal repair as economists warn of interest rate hold fears. Key details on borrowing and tax changes.
Budget 2025: Retailers relieved by business rates changes
UK retailers welcome permanent business rates reduction in the budget, easing fears of mass closures. Sainsbury's and Tesco see lower costs than anticipated. Read the full analysis.
Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.
Budget 2025: Business Rates Changes Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by a new levy on large properties. Discover the full impact on UK high streets.
Budget spares horse racing but grassroots sport suffers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves exempts horse racing from betting tax hikes in the Budget, a move hailed by racing chiefs. Meanwhile, grassroots sports clubs warn of closures due to business rate changes.
Budget 2025: Hospitality Industry 'Deeply Concerned'
The UK's Autumn Budget offers little relief for the struggling hospitality sector, with no VAT cuts and a business rates reduction described as 'too little, too late'. Industry leaders fear widespread closures.
Budget: Lower Business Rates for Retail & Hospitality
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces permanently lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by higher levies on online giants' warehouses. Will it save the high street?
Minimum Wage Increase to £10.85 Announced
The UK government has announced a significant increase to the National Minimum Wage, rising to £10.85 an hour for 18-20 year olds. Discover how this impacts 2.7 million workers.
Cash ISA limit cut could raise mortgage rates
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to slash cash ISA limits by 40%, potentially increasing mortgage rates and deterring savers. Learn how this budget move affects your finances.
UK Sport Leaders Share Budget Hopes and Fears
UK sport industry leaders reveal their Autumn Budget priorities, from major events funding to business rate relief. Discover what Chancellor Rachel Reeves must deliver.
Budget risks stifling UK sports stars, industry warns
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces warnings that business rates changes could devastate grassroots sports and limit opportunities for young athletes across the UK. Industry leaders urge relief.
China's Poverty Strategy Outperforms US Approach
New research reveals China's systematic poverty reduction has dramatically cut extreme poverty while US inequality widens. Discover the contrasting approaches shaping global economic futures.
London Stamp Duty: Westminster Pays Most, Barking Least
HMRC data reveals a £4.55bn stamp duty bill for London, with Westminster and Kensington contributing billions. Discover which boroughs pay the most and least.
US Cancels October Inflation Report Amid Shutdown
The US government cancels its October inflation report, leaving the Federal Reserve without crucial data as it considers interest rate cuts. Discover the economic implications.
Energy price cap to rise by 0.2% this winter
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap increase from January 1st. Discover how your electricity and gas bills will be affected and what you can do next.
Eurotunnel Legal Action Over Business Rates Surge
Channel Tunnel operator Eurotunnel pursues legal action against UK government over plans to triple business rates bill to £118m, threatening investment withdrawal.
AI Bubble Concerns Drive Australian Market Volatility
Australian shares follow Wall Street's AI-fueled tech slide. Explore the causes behind the ASX's 7% drop and whether the AI boom signals a market bubble. Get expert analysis on what's next.
NYPD Commissioner Tisch Remains Under New Mayor
New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani confirms Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch will continue her role, citing historic crime reduction achievements. Discover their shared public safety vision.
Inflation falls but food prices keep rising
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, yet accelerating food prices pose a major challenge for the Bank of England and continue to strain household budgets.
Argentina child vaccination rates hit historic lows
Argentina faces disease outbreaks as childhood vaccination rates collapse below 50% in 2024. Experts warn of returning epidemics amid healthcare budget cuts.
London office investment surges past £14bn
Overseas investors are flocking back to London's property market, with total investment set to exceed £14bn in 2025. Discover what's driving the capital's remarkable commercial real estate revival.
Hospitality Crisis: 111,000 Jobs at Risk in UK
UK hospitality leaders issue urgent plea for government support ahead of crucial Budget, warning of mass closures and job losses without immediate action on business rates and VAT.
UK inflation falls to 3.6%, boosting rate cut hopes
UK inflation falls to 3.6% in October, signalling potential interest rate cuts. Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares budget measures to accelerate price drops as Bank of England remains divided.
Inflation falls to 3.6% amid rising food costs
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, but food prices climbed to 4.9%. The Bank of England faces pressure on interest rate decisions. Read the latest economic analysis.
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