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.
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HMRC warns Christmas side hustle sellers on tax
HMRC issues a festive warning to individuals selling goods online this Christmas. Learn about the £1,000 trading allowance and how to avoid a tax bill.
Budget changes to hit millions using salary sacrifice
New HMRC figures reveal over 3 million pension savers will be impacted by salary sacrifice reforms. Discover how the £2,000 cap from 2029 affects your retirement savings.
Winter Fuel Payment: £35k Income Repayment Rules
Pensioners earning over £35,000 may need to repay Winter Fuel Payments. Learn about eligibility changes, repayment rules, and how to avoid penalties.
Cash ISA limit cut to £12,000 from 2027
HMRC reveals new rules to stop savers bypassing the reduced £12,000 Cash ISA limit from April 2027. Includes plans for a simpler first-time buyer ISA.
New 45% Tax on Footballers' Image Rights from 2027
Chancellor's budget reveals image rights will be taxed as income from 2027. Premier League clubs face potential wage bill surge as players seek compensation. Full analysis.
Loan Charge: Third to have debts wiped away
Government announces major loan charge reforms, wiping debts for thousands and cutting bills by half. Find out how the £365m budget decision affects you.
Budget: £10bn Tax Gap Plan with US Whistleblower Scheme
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a US-style whistleblower scheme to close the tax gap, targeting an extra £10bn by 2029-30. Discover the new HMRC powers and enforcement measures.
Bereavement penalty hits insurance and HMRC victims
Widows reveal shocking bereavement penalty practices by insurers and HMRC, including premium hikes and automated tax errors that slash incomes. Learn how to protect yourself.
HMRC accused over child benefit handling
HMRC faces criticism for 'cavalier' approach affecting child benefit claimants' finances. Learn about the payment issues and what it means for families.
Small Business MTD for Income Tax: 3 Key Steps
HMRC's Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts April 2026. Discover 3 essential steps to prepare, from choosing software to digital record-keeping. Get ready now.
HMRC child benefit errors cause parent distress
Parents reveal shocking stories of HMRC errors stopping child benefit payments based on incorrect data. Ukrainian refugees and British families face repayment demands for non-existent holidays.
23,500 families lose child benefit in data error
Thousands of UK families had child benefit suspended due to flawed Home Office travel data. MPs demand inquiry into system failures causing financial hardship.
Nurses could be exempt from loan charge tax scandal
Nurses and social workers may be exempt from controversial loan charge tax bills linked to 10 suicides. Thousands face financial ruin in scheme mis-selling scandal.
HMRC: Increase Your Tax-Free Allowance to £20,070
Discover how to legally increase your Personal Allowance to £20,070 and earn £7,500 tax-free via HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme. Learn how to claim today.
UK unemployment rate rises to 5.0%, highest in 4 years
UK unemployment rate climbs to 5.0%, reaching a four-year high as payroll numbers fall. Get the latest economic data ahead of the autumn budget.
Bookmaker's error reveals suspected illegal offshore betting
A UK bookmaker's paperwork error has uncovered a potential illegal offshore network taking unlicensed bets from high-rolling British punters, prompting a Gambling Commission inquiry. Discover the full story.
Christmas Benefit Payment Dates 2025 Revealed
Don't miss out on your Christmas money! Our essential guide reveals when DWP and HMRC benefit payments will arrive during the 2025 festive season, including Universal Credit, State Pension, and tax credits.
Michelle Mone-linked firm owes £39m in taxes
A company connected to Conservative peer Michelle Mone owes HMRC £39 million in unpaid taxes, raising fresh questions about government procurement during the pandemic.
HMRC child benefit error freezes payments for thousands
A major HMRC system error has left thousands of parents without vital child benefit payments, prompting urgent parliamentary scrutiny and demands for immediate solutions.
HMRC Tax Refund Scam: Protect Your Money
Exclusive investigation reveals how criminals are exploiting HMRC's repayment system, leaving thousands of taxpayers out of pocket. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated fraud.
HMRC accused of privacy law breaches in child benefit crackdown
Tax authorities face scrutiny as privacy experts reveal HMRC likely broke data protection laws while investigating child benefit claims, raising serious concerns about citizen privacy rights.
Winter Fuel Payment Tax Changes Loom for 2025
Exclusive investigation reveals potential tax changes affecting millions of pensioners' winter heating payments. HMRC considerations could impact household budgets from 2025.
Pension Tax Trap: Thousands Hit by Shock Tax Bills
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC's emergency tax system is hitting pensioners who return to work, with some losing nearly half their income to unexpected tax demands.
NHS loses VAT battle over hospital parking charges
The UK Supreme Court has delivered a landmark verdict requiring NHS hospitals to pay VAT on patient and visitor parking fees, dealing a significant financial blow to the health service amid ongoing budget pressures.
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