34 m. ago Fizzy drinks to go up in price as Labour 'milkshake tax' becomes the first money grab of the Budget

In the first salvo of the Budget raid on Britons, Wes Streeting announced that the exemption for pre-packaged milk-based drinks is being scrapped.

Economics

37 m. ago Milkshakes and lattes to come under sugar tax rules – Streeting

Manufacturers will have to pay the new tax or change their products to fall under the threshold.

Politics

42 m. ago Budget 2025 latest: Sugar levy on milkshakes and lattes confirmed as first tax hike in Rachel Reeves’s Budget

Chancellor to unveil series of tax hikes to fill black hole in public finances in highly anticipated Budget on Wednesday

Economics

88 m. ago Labour ramps up 'sugar tax': Milkshakes, lattes and more soft drinks face price hikes to raise £100m

Wes Streeting announced that the exemption for pre-packaged milk-based drinks is being scrapped.

Economics

90 m. ago Milkshakes and lattes will be included in sugar tax in bid to tackle obesity crisis

Wes Streeting addressed the House of Commons on Tuesday

Events

2 h. ago UK sugar tax to be extended to more soft drinks and milkshakes

Move comes after brands change recipes to avoid levy

Politics

4 h. ago Milkshake and latte lovers brace for price hikes as Labour extends 'sugar tax' to raise £100m

Wes Streeting is poised to announce that the exemption for pre-packaged milk-based drinks is being scrapped.

Economics

5 h. ago Milkshakes and lattes expected to be hit by Government sugar tax

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced plans to extend the sugar tax in her autumn budget last year.

Politics

6 h. ago New milkshake tax set to be added to 93pc of drinks on the market

The tax will hike the price of drinks on sale in UK shops

Economics

64 h. ago Brits facing disastrous Christmas tree shortage and price hike because of the weather

As the big day approaches, some Brits are not getting into the festive spirit as shortages of Christmas trees can leave some people paying three-figure sums for their trees

Events

3 d. ago Most expensive supermarket hikes price of shopping essential 15% since last week

It's been the most expensive supermarket for 10 consecutive weeks

Economics

4 d. ago London travellers could face Eurostar price hikes after government hits Channel Tunnel with major tax increase

A three-fold jump in Channel Tunnel business rates threatens higher Eurostar fares for London travellers

Politics

4 d. ago Even wealthy shoppers are ‘trading down’ to cheaper brands — especially in two types of luxury goods

Just like in politics, the luxury world is experiencing a period of extreme polarization

Economics

6 d. ago Rachel 'The Grinch’ Reeves has stolen Christmas from one fifth of us, say Brits

A week before her budget fears over tax hikes and price rises have led to 21% of folk cancelling festivities because they fear what Reeves may have up her sleeve

Politics

7 d. ago British schools to get polling stations as kids set to vote during lessons

British teens could soon vote for the first time as Labour plans to modernise elections with mobile polling booths in schools, extended voting days, and new “hubs” in busy spots

Politics

8 d. ago Death by a thousand taxes: Reeves set to punish milkshake lovers and holidaymakers with £500m 'tourist tax' in brutal Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to signal that the so-called 'Sugar Tax' will be toughened up, removing the existing exemption for around 200 milk drinks.

Economics

1 week ago USPS warns of price hikes and ‘urgent need’ for changes after suffering another huge blow

The USPS reduced its workforce by 10,000 workers earlier this year and has rolled out steady price increases

Events

1 week ago Young's boss tells Reeves 'we need certainty and a growth plan'

Pub group Young's will take a 'cautious' approach to future potential price hikes as a sharp rise in food costs exacerbates severe cost pressures facing UK hospitality.

Politics

2 w. ago Exactly who can get a free or discounted TV Licence amid 2026 price hike speculation

The cost of a standard TV Licence rose this year, with the Government increasing the price to £174.50 in April

Politics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis issues urgent advice to millions affected by O2 price hike

Martin Lewis has issued urgent advice to millions affected by a 40 per cent O2 price hike.

Economics