18 h. ago Millions face paying back some of their state pension to HMRC in a stealth tax raid. Here, our money experts explain what you need to know... and what do to about it

A bizarre tax cliff edge will mean those who receive the full state pension will be taxed on that income - and low-income pensioners will be dragged into the tax system for the first time.

Economics

24 h. ago Astonishing moment Bangkok skyscraper infinity pool starts swaying violently with tourists still in it as Brit shouts 'what the f**k' during huge 7.7

The scale of the 7.7-magnitude earthquake which hit Myanmar and Thailand , and the destruction it has caused, has been laid bare in shocking footage.

Events

25 h. ago Pensioners face 'odd' letter from HMRC amid calls for urgent action to be taken

The latest figures for wages show an increase of around five per cent which means people of state pension age, born before 1959, could be dragged into paying income tax due

Politics

32 h. ago European country's 'fake tourism crisis' laid bare as new rules put in place

In a scrambled attempt to boost tourist's confidence one country is seeking to implement drastic measures to clamp down on the concerning trend of fake reviews

Events

49 h. ago Graph reveals how UK tax burden will hit record high after Spring Statement

Income tax and national insurance contributions are the main drivers behind the jump in the overall tax burden

Events

64 h. ago Manchester United transfer masterplan explained as FFP reality laid bare for Ruben Amorim

Manchester United news as financial position explained ahead of Ruben Amorim's first summer transfer window

Sport

64 h. ago The stark impact of DWP rule changes laid bare as millions to lose out

The changes to disability benefits and Universal Credit are expected to push hundreds of thousands of people into poverty

Politics

3 d. ago What to expect from Rachel Reeves’s (brief) spring statement

Talk of tough choices ahead, an increase in debt financing, and more initiatives to promote growthThe spring statement offers an opportunity for Rachel Reeves to talk about progress since last October’s budget, the government’s growth agenda and how it is attempting to raise living standards. However, the chancellor’s message is likely to be defensive after being blown off course in recent months.Last year she promised “no return to austerity”. But after stalled tax receipts denied her the income she expected, and concerns over the global economy and Donald Trump’s antics raised the UK’s borrowing costs, Reeves is being forced to make cuts to stay within her budget rules. Here is what to expect from Reeves’s speech, which is predicted to be relatively short at just 25 minutes. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Budget 2025 latest: Reeves’ staggering unpopularity laid bare in new poll ahead of spring statement

The Chancellor of the Exchequer is under pressure to deliver in her spring statement

Politics

4 d. ago Man Utd security 'refused' to kick Rangers fans out of home end as scale of Old Trafford invasion laid bare

There was trouble in the stands at Old Trafford during the Europa League showdown in November

Events

4 d. ago Man United's Scott McTominay transfer mistake laid bare as Erik ten Hag proved right

Manchester United selling Scott McTominay to sign Manuel Ugarte during the summer transfer window has yet to pay off seven months later, even after Ruben Amorim replacing Erik ten Hag

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4 d. ago Food poisoning alert: 2 dead, hundreds hospitalised due to outbreaks linked to lunch staples and petting zoos over the last year, major report warns

A Government report has laid bare the alarming extent of food poisoning outbreaks in the UK over the last year, including one outbreak that killed two patients and sickened hundreds more.

Events

5 d. ago Katie Price 'lands first major film role' with 'stripper' storyline laid bare

Katie Price has reportedly landed her first acting role as she prepares to make her big screen debut in an upcoming film titled 'Jackie the Stripper'.

Politics

5 d. ago Income tax shock: London's bill hits nearly £64 billion a year

The bill for the two regions has jumped above £108 billion a year

Economics

5 d. ago Income tax shock: London and South East pay more than all of rest of England

Income tax shock: London and South East pay more than all of rest of England  Evening Standard

Economics

5 d. ago Income tax shock: London and South East now paying more than rest of England put together

Income tax shock: London and South East now paying more than rest of England put together  Evening Standard

Economics

5 d. ago Income tax shock: London and South East now pay more than rest of England put together

The bill for the two regions has jumped above £108 billion a year

Economics

5 d. ago Income tax cuts and jobs at risk due to trade war, Donohoe says

Government plans for tax cuts may have to be postponed due to the threat of a global trade war, the finance minister has said.

Events

7 d. ago New update on calls to make State Pension payments exempt from income tax

More than 104,000 people have signed an online petition calling for State Pensions to be exempt from income tax.

Economics

8 d. ago Revealed: betting companies’ huge financial influence in European football

66% of clubs in 31 divisions have at least one betting dealClubs are ‘getting around’ bans on front-of-shirt sponsorsThe prevalence of gambling money in European football has been laid bare by new research that shows two-thirds of teams across 31 top divisions have at least one sponsorship deal with a betting firm.As the Premier League counts down to a ban on front-of-shirt sponsorship by gambling companies, due to come into force next year, data also shows clubs in European countries have found ways to get around such restrictions. Continue reading...

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