11 h. ago People on State Pension due to find out new payment rates before Autumn Budget next month

The earnings growth rate is on track to be the Triple Lock measure used for the 2026/27 annual uprating.

Economics

22 h. ago Ribena and Lucozade maker issues price hike warning to customers

Drinks firm says it could be forced to scale back expansion and prices may rise after £60m tax hit

Events

36 h. ago Scottish Nationalists back unlimited council tax rises for second home owners

The SNP last night backed a Green amendment to the Housing (Scotland) Bill which will allow councils to more than double the amount of tax that second home owners pay.

Politics

37 h. ago 'Enough is enough!': Tesco boss urges Rachel Reeves to avoid tax hikes

The boss of Tesco has warned the Chancellor that 'enough is enough' amid fears of more tax rises as the supermarket upgraded its annual profits.

Economics

56 h. ago Government tax increases ‘sucking cash’ out of pubs, warns Shepherd Neame

It is the latest stark warning from pub chiefs ahead of a key autumn budget in late November.

Events

60 h. ago AO boss says Rachel Reeves' NI tax hike and new workers' rights bill make it tougher for UK firms to compete with China

John Roberts said last Autumn's budget had left his electrical company facing an extra £8m charge a year meaning it was 'unable to carry the costs' of competitors.

Economics

60 h. ago Autumn Budget uncertainty weighing on consumer confidence, Taylor Wimpey says

The Buckinghamshire-based housebuilder nonetheless said it was ready to lean in to the ‘pressing need’ for new homes in the UK.

Politics

62 h. ago Duchess Sophie just stepped out in the ultimate neutral outfit for autumn

The Duchess of Edinburgh is a devoted fan of the trouser suit - much like the Princess of Wales.

Politics

69 h. ago Keir Starmer says tough choices to come on 'path to renewal' as he lines up yet ANOTHER tax rise

In a speech that focused heavily on politics but was light on policy, the Prime Minister signalled there would be a fresh tax raid.

Politics

3 d. ago Brexit to blame for Rachel Reeves’ tax hikes, Labour MP claims

A Labour MP has said ‘not a single tax’ would have had to increase if Britain had not left the EU

Politics

3 d. ago Wes Streeting: We won't impose VAT on private healthcare in the autumn Budget

But Wes Streeting rules out the Government imposing VAT on private healthcare in the autumn Budget: ‘It’s not happening’

Economics

3 d. ago Home purchase mortgage approvals dip as buyers wait for autumn Budget

Demand at the upper end of the housing market has been dampened ahead of the autumn Budget

Economics

3 d. ago DAILY MAIL COMMENT: Rachel's in Wonderland. The rest of us should be counting the spoons...

Artificial intelligence may be replacing entry-level jobs with alarming speed and firms are slashing recruitment because of swingeing business tax rises, but Rachel Reeves has the solution.

Politics

4 d. ago Business gives wary welcome to Reeves and Starmer as tax rises loom large at Labour conference

Executives urge ministers to follow through on promises to cut red tape

Economics

4 d. ago Rachel Reeves signals plan to go back on ‘no tax rises’ pledge at Labour party conference

Rachel Reeves delivered her Labour party conference speech on Monday (29 September).

Politics

4 d. ago Harvest financial benefits while you can in run up to Autumn statement

WEALTH CONFIDENTIAL October may be one of the most significant planning months ever ahead of the Autumn Budget, says W1M financial planner Stuart Lamont

Politics

4 d. ago Rachel Reeves warns of looming ‘harsh headwinds’ as she fails to dispel fears over major tax rises

The chancellor received ten standing ovations as she set out her pitch to Labour members ahead of what will be a difficult budget in November

Events

4 d. ago Reeves warns Labour on fiscal rules ahead of expected tax rises

Chancellor tells party conference the government cannot ignore the bond market

Events

4 d. ago Rachel Reeves warns of ‘hard choices to come’ in Budget & slams Farage as ‘single greatest threat’ to Brits’ livelihoods

RACHEL Reeves today laid the groundwork for a brutal Autumn Budget as she warned of making "harder choices" on tax and spending. The Chancellor pre-empted the possibility of more levy hikes as she complained that "harsh global headwinds" have made damage to the economy "ever clearer". Addressing the Labour faithful at party conference in Liverpool,...

Events

4 d. ago Watch live: Rachel Reeves signals plan to go back on ‘no tax rises’ pledge at Labour party conference

Watch live as Rachel Reeves delivers her Labour party conference speech on Monday (29 September).

Society