14 h. ago Millions of people over State Pension age set to pay tax in retirement this year

HMRC estimates 8.7 million pensioners will pay tax for the 2025/26 financial year.

Economics

15 h. ago State Pension age set to rise next year for people with specific birthdates

The State Pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.

Politics

18 h. ago Inside Jalisco Mexican 'young team' cartel primed for new wave of evil and torture

Fledgling cartel numbers reach more than 30k as young people in poverty are lured into a life of crime and murder by the promise of riches.

Politics

32 h. ago People reaching State Pension age this year can no longer claim these benefits

Some people may not be aware of benefits or payments which can no longer be claimed after reaching retirement age.

Politics

42 h. ago Migrants swim from Morocco to Ceuta as officials say enclave ‘overwhelmed’

Seven children reach shore as dozens of people intercepted on risky route, which authorities say is now used more oftenAbout 100 people, including several children, risked their lives by trying to swim from Morocco into Spain’s north African enclave of Ceuta early on Saturday morning, as the territory’s authorities warned that its overwhelmed reception system was close to collapse.Recent weeks have seen a rise in the number of people trying to reach Ceuta, with more than 50 children swimming across from Morocco on 26 July alone. Continue reading...

Politics

45 h. ago The secret to living to 100: Lifestyle habits from the world's 'Blue Zones'

It's one of the wealthiest countries in the world - with one of the best healthcare systems. But experts say Britain is lagging by one crucial metric: life expectancy.

Politics

59 h. ago New call for UK Government to scrap planned State Pension age rise to 68

The New State Pension age is set to start rising to 67 from next year.

Politics

60 h. ago New PIP assessment update for people making a claim for DWP disability benefit

More than 3.7 million people are now receiving PIP of up to £749 every four weeks from the DWP.

Politics

60 h. ago Gen Z Sacrifices Essentials to Afford Overpriced Music Gigs, Study finds

A study of 2,000 adults found that 46% of 21-24 year-olds went as far as to say they believe concerts and gigs can feel out of reach for most people

Politics

3 d. ago UK heatwave: New hosepipe ban warning as temperatures to soar over 30C

People in southeast England asked to restrict water use as reservoirs reach low levels

Events

6 d. ago Government responds to calls for everyone of State Pension age to get council tax reduction

It comes after over 10,000 people signed a petition online

Politics

6 d. ago DWP to hand out free £18,000 to certain state pensioners – are you eligible?

A state pension age review will be taking place and the DWP has suggested that it could bring forward changes to the state pension age for future generations of retirees

Economics

7 d. ago Hundreds of thousands of households missing out on £1,354 benefit

There are now 214,000 parents eligible for Child Benefit but not claiming it

Economics

7 d. ago Tech expert shares what really happens if you charge phone overnight

Many people unplug their phone as soon as it reaches 100% battery, but a tech expert has revealed why you don't need to rush to the off switch - and it's all to do with the battery

Science

7 d. ago DWP State Pension warning as future payment age suggested to Brits

The State Pension age is already set to rise in the coming years, but a pensions expert has warned that it may need to increase even further in order to remain sustainable

Events

7 d. ago UK State Pension: current age may increase to 80 as experts forecast reforms

Rising life expectancy could mean working longer or paying more into your pension 🕰️

Politics

7 d. ago State pension warning for millions of Brits who are between two specific ages

According to research, two-thirds of freelancers and business owners who are approaching retirement age are facing a pension crisis, and a warning has been issued

Events

8 d. ago Pensioners fear ‘never retiring’ over housing costs, new research reveals

An increasing number of older people are being forced to work beyond pension age due to rising housing costs, new research has revealed.

Economics

8 d. ago State pension age could hit 80 unless major changes made, expert warns

The state pension age is already set to increase to 67 but an additional rise is on the agenda too

Events

8 d. ago Pension age debate threatens to splinter Germany’s fragile coalition

Merz walks fine line as ‘lazy Germans’ debate sparks protest and economy minister calls to raise retirement age to 70The fact that ageing Germany’s generous pension system is unsustainable is political Berlin’s worst-kept secret, but a controversial call to save it by hiking the retirement age to 70 has sparked howls of protest and threatened to destabilise the fractious government.The chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has largely sidestepped the ticking timebomb of the greying population since taking office in May, preferring instead to announce sweeteners such as tax breaks for older Germans to continue working past the retirement age. Continue reading...

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