5 h. ago Pet owners forced to choose between ‘heating and eating – or caring for their animals’

Charity warns it is facing ‘unprecedented need’ for services amid rising pet ownership, as well as rising cost of living

Politics

6 h. ago Family court judge blasts 'astronomical' £300k cost for boy to attend specialist outdoor activity care placement

Liverpool Family Court heard the child, who had been involved in organised crime, would 'benefit enormously' from the 17-week placement.

Economics

8 h. ago Reeves torpedoes Labour's manifesto in huge Budget tax gamble which could put Farage in No10

Commentary: The Chancellor has been so clear that she is going to torch the party’s manifesto tax promise that a U-turn now would stun Westminster

Economics

11 h. ago Reeves torpedoes Labour's manifesto in huge tax gamble which could put Farage in No10

Commentary: The Chancellor has been so clear that she is going to torch the party’s manifesto tax promise that a U-turn now would stun Westminster

Politics

13 h. ago Scots tycoons back 'temporary' income tax rise by Labour Government

Willie Haughey and Tom Hunter offered a measured assessment on speculation Chancellor Rachel Reeves is ready to raise tax.

Politics

21 h. ago Four savvy tips to extend the lifespan of appliances in your home – from dishwashers to tumble dryers

ENERGY bills are rising but you can help keep costs in check by taking extra special care of your appliances. Regular cleaning, care and attention can save money and extend the lifespan of appliances in the home, according to Matthew Glynn, product marketing manager at manufacturer Hisense. He added: “Your appliances won’t need to work...

Politics

23 h. ago Reform council approves tax rise on second homes despite Farage calling it ‘extortion’

North Northamptonshire, one of nine councils led by rightwing populist party, will introduce policy in 2027

Politics

26 h. ago Perthshire pensioner furious as water supply cut off three times by Perth and Kinross Council

The Milnathort homeowner's water supply is controlled by the stopcock in the council-owned flat below.

Politics

29 h. ago Use our calculator to check how a 2p income tax rise could hit YOUR finances

HOUSEHOLDS around the UK are bracing themselves for tax hikes in Rachel Reeves' Budget later this month. The Chancellor yesterday once again paved the way to hike income tax in a breach of her manifesto commitment to help plug the nation’s finances. It comes as Labour previously pledged not to increase taxes on "working people"....

Economics

29 h. ago Reform council plans tax rise on second homes despite Farage calling it ‘extortion’

North Northamptonshire set to vote on policy earmarked for introduction in 2027

Politics

31 h. ago Perth council chief makes grim council tax rise warning over social care costs

The comments from Perth and Kinross Council's leader comes as he meets finance and health ministers to find a solution amid an "unprecedented" level of complex care packages in the region.

Events

45 h. ago An emerging shutdown deal doesn't extend expiring health subsidies. Here's what could happen to them

A legislative package that could end the weekslong government shutdown leaves out any clear resolution on the expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits that have made private health insurance less costly for millions

Events

46 h. ago Labour's flagship manifesto pledge on tax to be ripped up, Reeves makes clear ahead of Budget

The Chancellor said sticking to Labour’s manifesto commitments would mean ‘deep cuts’ to capital spending, something she indicated she will not do

Economics

59 h. ago Reeves to hammer London and South East with 2.8m facing Budget blow from 2p income tax rise

The Chancellor has been hit by a Labour revolt over breaking the party’s manifesto by raising income tax

Economics

59 h. ago Reeves to hammer London with 1.4 million facing Budget blow from 2p income tax rise

Reeves to hammer London with 1.4 million facing Budget blow from 2p income tax rise  London Evening Standard

Economics

4 d. ago How could Rachel Reeves increase income tax in her Budget – and what would it mean for you?

Chancellor reportedly tells watchdog she intends to increase personal tax in one of several ‘major measures’ planned for Budget at end of month

Economics

5 d. ago How much an income tax rise would cost you if Rachel Reeves increases it in the Budget

The chancellor's hints at an income tax rise have been met with alarm from some

Economics

5 d. ago Woman told to 'call an exorcist or priest' after spotting 'ghost' on her staircase

A spine-chilling photo of 'ghost' on a staircase is spreading terror on TikTok, with social media users frantically warning a women to leave her home before it's too late

Politics

5 d. ago Hotel plans for former Perth and Kinross Council chambers and offices approved despite SEPA objection

Councillors approved plans for developers to transform the historic Perth buildings into hotel despite flood risk to ground floor bedrooms

Society

6 d. ago HMRC £1,000 fine warning issued to millions of social media users and influencers

Many have received money or gifts in exchange for posting content, averaging £1,223 a year - more than the £1,000 HMRC trading allowance

Events