10 h. ago Council tax alert as important check could save you 'thousands'

Martin Lewis warned that hundreds of thousands of properties could be in the wrong council tax band

Events

31 h. ago How much council tax is expected to go up in Bridgend this year

The proposals will now face scrutiny from members in the coming weeks

Politics

34 h. ago Brits could save 'thousands' by making key council tax check

Martin Lewis has explained that many homes are currently in the wrong council tax band

Politics

43 h. ago London council 'at risk of bankruptcy' to increase tax, fees and charges

The authority has admitted it will not be able to legally balance a budget without a bailout from the government

Economics

51 h. ago Furious beach hut owners threaten legal action over decision to charge them full council tax because they are 'second homes'

The huts in Mudeford Spit fell into the sights of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council as they scramble to fund local services.

Society

51 h. ago Council tax increase yet to be decided in Swansea but there is some good budget news

The public can now have its say on budget proposals for 2026-27

Economics

52 h. ago Flagship Reform council plans to raise tax by almost 4% – despite pledging cuts

In real terms, an average Band D household will see council tax increase by an estimated £67.47 per year under the changes

Politics

53 h. ago How much council tax is expected to go up by in Neath Port Talbot this year

Despite an increase in funding, the authority has said it will still have to meet a budget shortfall

Politics

53 h. ago Flagship Reform council proposes to raise tax almost 4% after pledging cuts

Kent County Council produced a draft budget for 2026-27 on Thursday evening, revealing a 3.99% council tax hike.

Politics

53 h. ago Scots face huge council tax increases in 2026 as local authorities 'close to bankruptcy'

The majority of Scotland's 32 local authorities have warned they are at risk of insolvency.

Economics

54 h. ago Martin Lewis gives anyone with credit card debt '2 rules' and adds 'don't do this'

Personal finance expert Martin Lewis has shared his advice to anyone with debt on a credit card but warned people could make a mistake when applying

Politics

55 h. ago Martin Lewis shares streaming windows dehumidifier verdict as cold weather snap hits

As the UK is hit by a cold snap, Martin Lewis has shared his advice on how to tackle condensation in the home

Events

56 h. ago Martin Lewis shares expertise on ideal temperature to heat your home in winter

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has settled the debate on the ideal temperature to heat your home, with simple tips that could save you around £90 on bills

Society

3 d. ago Andy Burnham promises police 'hub' in city centre crime hotspot Piccadilly Gardens

It would be funded through an increase in the policing element of council tax

Events

3 d. ago Will you be hit by another bills rise? Slew of town halls already planning inflation

In a fresh blow to hard-pressed families, a number of local authorities have already unveiled proposals to increase council tax by the maximum 4.99 per cent for 2026/27.

Economics

3 d. ago Pensioners urged to check for annual income boost of nearly £1,400

New research also indicates pensioners already claiming benefits or Council Tax Reductions are missing out on an average of £1,162 every year.

Economics

3 d. ago Martin Lewis MSE shares 1 common radiator mistake and it's raising your bills

Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert has exposed a widespread radiator blunder that many of us are making — and it has an easy fix.

Politics

3 d. ago Martin Lewis MSE shares radiator mistake and it could be increasing your energy bills

Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert has shared a common radiator mistake we're all making - and it could be costing you more than you think.

Science

3 d. ago Martin Lewis reveals how to save £1,000s on council tax in three steps

Discounts and refunds worth thousands are going unclaimed

Economics

3 d. ago Beach hut owners claim they are being treated like 'wealthy NIMBYs' after being ordered to pay full council tax on 'second home'

The huts, worth around half a million pounds each, along Mudeford Spit and Hengistbury Head have fallen into the sights of the local council as it scrambles to fund local services.

Economics