EV Pay-Per-Mile Tax Plan Sparks Industry Concern
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to announce a pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles in the budget. Will this new road tax raise revenue or hinder the UK's EV transition?
Category : Budget Finance
Reeves' Budget Faces Voter Backlash Warning
Former cabinet secretary Simon Case warns voters may abandon centrist parties if Rachel Reeves' budget fails to address UK's deep-rooted economic problems. Read the full analysis.
Starmer refuses to rule out manifesto-breaking tax rises
PM Sir Keir Starmer repeatedly declines to rule out tax hikes breaking Labour's manifesto pledge ahead of the budget. Read the full details and analysis.
Wealthy Brits at risk from tax raid due to knowledge gap
Wealthy individuals risk higher taxes in the Autumn Budget due to a critical lack of understanding of key tax reliefs and allowances. Discover how to protect your wealth.
Rachel Reeves' Second Budget: City AM Live Show
Join City AM's LIVE Budget Day broadcast on Nov 26. Get expert analysis from the London Stock Exchange on market reactions and political fallout. Stream from 2pm!
Budget gambling tax rise could cost industry £3bn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves expected to announce gambling tax increases in budget, with industry warning of job losses and black market growth. Full analysis inside.
Government borrowing third-highest October record
Official figures reveal UK government borrowing reached £17.43bn in October, exceeding forecasts as consumer spending fell unexpectedly. Stay informed about economic developments.
UK government borrowing exceeds forecasts before budget
UK public finances show £17.4bn October borrowing, higher than expected, creating challenges for Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget statement. Read the full analysis.
UK's £15bn October Borrowing as Energy Cap Set to Fall
Final UK economic health check before the budget reveals £15bn October borrowing, stagnant retail sales, and a slight energy price cap fall from January. Stay informed on the key data.
UK Budget must prioritise tax certainty for growth
Ahead of the November Budget, EY's Chris Sanger argues for a stable, predictable tax system aligned with the UK's 10-year Industrial Strategy to boost investment and competitiveness.
OBR needs rule-based framework to stay independent
The Office for Budget Responsibility faces calls to implement transparent forecasting rules as it prepares to cut productivity growth estimates. Learn how this could protect fiscal credibility.
UK Consumer Confidence Hits Bleak -19 Before Budget
UK consumer confidence has cratered to -19, with Brits bracing for tax rises. Discover the bleak GfK survey findings and what it means for the economy ahead of the Budget.
Record 4,880 Overseas Doctors Quit UK Amid Hostility
NHS faces workforce crisis as overseas-trained doctors leave UK in record numbers, with anti-migrant rhetoric blamed for 26% rise in departures. Read the full analysis.
Treasury Plans Council Tax Overhaul for Priciest Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to undertake a full council tax revaluation as the Treasury plans a new levy on properties valued over £1-2m. Will this 'mansion tax' fix the outdated system?
Play the Budget Game: Be Chancellor for a Day
Step into Rachel Reeves' shoes and try to balance Britain's budget in our interactive game. Can you keep MPs happy and bond markets calm while tackling a £22bn shortfall?
Reeves faces £111bn debt crisis, must break manifesto pledge
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must choose between breaking Labour's tax pledge or maintaining unsustainable pension triple lock as Britain's debt interest hits £111bn. The Budget decision awaits.
Wealth Tax Limitations in Tackling UK Inequality
Examining why a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich falls short of addressing Britain's deep-rooted inequality problems. Discover what structural changes are truly needed for economic fairness.
Consumer confidence falls ahead of Budget 2025
New data reveals a sharp fall in UK consumer confidence amid tax hike fears, while the jobs market shows fragile signs of recovery. London's DLR extension gets a £1.7bn boost. Read the full analysis.
Top 6 Bank Accounts for Your Money in 2025 Revealed
New Which? research shows bank loyalty rarely pays. Discover the 6 top-rated current accounts for 2025 to maximise cashback, perks, and rewards. Switch and save today!
NHS Doctors' Strike: Veteran Exposes Pay Crisis
Retired consultant reveals junior doctors worked 80-100 hour weeks for 'pittance' as current strikes continue. Read why decades of being 'cheap labour' fuels NHS discontent.
Starmer won't rule out extending tax threshold freeze
Sir Keir Starmer refuses to rule out extending the income tax threshold freeze, a move that could see Britons pay more tax. Read the latest budget speculation.
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.
Check for £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment
As UK temperatures plummet to -7°C, see if you're eligible for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Use the official postcode checker to claim your cash boost.
Driving Theory Test Changes Coming in 2026
Learn how new CPR and defibrillator questions in the 2026 driving theory test aim to boost cardiac arrest survival rates across the UK. Get prepared now.
Pension Tax Petition Hits 11,959 Signatures
A parliamentary petition demanding double tax allowance for pensioners has reached 11,959 signatures, forcing government response. Campaigners warn frozen thresholds could tax state pensioners.
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.
Mansion Tax Back? Chancellor's Budget Dilemma
With one week until the budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces tough tax decisions to fix the public finances. Listen to the Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast for expert analysis.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% ahead of budget
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, marking the first decline in five months. The drop comes ahead of Rachel Reeves's crucial budget statement. Read the full analysis.
Market credibility test for Chancellor Rachel Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a crucial market credibility test following pre-Budget chaos and £40bn business tax hikes. Will her u-turn trigger a gilt yield surge? Analysis inside.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce
The World Health Organization projects a 22% workforce reduction by 2026 following the US withdrawal under Trump. Explore the impact on global health.
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