Council Tax Debt in England Hits £7.4 Billion, Up 11% in a Year
Outstanding council tax debt in England has reached £7.4 billion, up 11.3% on the year before, as debt charities call for collection rules to change.
5.6 Million People Check Pay in the HMRC App: Usage Data in Full
HMRC app usage data shows 5.6 million users this tax year, checking pay before payday an average of 18 times, alongside sharp growth in State Pension forecast and Child Benefit checks.
Council Tax Arrears in England: Why the Debt Keeps Growing
Council tax arrears in England have reached roughly £7.4bn, with 4.4 million people behind on payments across Britain. How the current collection system escalates a missed payment, and what reform is on the table.
Making Tax Digital for Landlords: The 2028 Threshold Explained
MTD for Income Tax threshold falls to £20,000 by April 2028, catching most unincorporated landlords. What the staged rollout means and what changes when you're in scope.
UK Home Sales Jumped 17% Annually in May 2026: What the HMRC Figures Actually Show
UK residential transactions hit 98,450 in May 2026, up 17% YoY. HMRC explains why the annual comparison is flattered by last year's stamp duty changes.
Proportional Property Tax UK: What Andy Burnham's Council Tax Reform Proposal Means (2026)
Andy Burnham backs a 0.48% Proportional Property Tax to replace council tax and stamp duty. What it would mean, who pays more, and why it isn't policy yet.
IHT Pension Inclusion UK 2027: How Pensions Will Be Brought Into Inheritance Tax
From April 2027, unused pension funds will be included in the inheritance tax estate for the first time. This guide explains what changes, who is affected, and what steps pension holders can take now.
Andy Burnham Land Value Tax Proposals 2026: What They Mean for Homeowners and Landlords
Andy Burnham, Labour leadership frontrunner, is backing a 0.48% land value tax to replace council tax and stamp duty. This guide explains what a land value tax is, who pays more and who pays less, and the timeline to any change.
HMRC July 2026 Self Assessment Deadline: Second Payment on Account Due 31 July
The second Self Assessment payment on account for 2025-26 is due by 31 July 2026. HMRC is urging taxpayers to pay now via the app or GOV.UK. Making Tax Digital quarterly deadline follows on 7 August 2026.
HMRC Child Benefit Anti-Fraud Scheme: NAO Report Finds Scheme Did Not Adequately Consider Claimant Impact
The National Audit Office has found that HMRC suspended child benefit for 23,794 families using flawed Home Office travel data. Over 17,000 were later found to be legitimate claimants. What the NAO report means and what affected families can do.
UK Wealth Tax Proposals 2026: What Is Being Considered and Who Would Pay
Calls for a UK wealth tax have resurfaced in 2026, with allied proposals emerging from Labour-linked figures including Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. Here is what is being proposed and what HMRC and HM Treasury data shows about who holds wealth in the UK.
Do You Pay Tax on National Lottery Winnings in the UK? HMRC Rules Explained
National Lottery prizes in the UK are tax-free at the point of winning. However, the tax position changes once winnings are saved, invested or gifted. Here is what HMRC says.
Individual Health Insurance UK: Best Private Medical Cover for One Person 2026
Last reviewed: June 2026 Individual health insurance UK -- June 2026 * Average individual PMI cost: £79.59 per month in 2026 (myTribe Insurance
Before You Buy Zurich Private Clients Home Insurance: What the Data Actually Shows
Zurich Private Clients HNW home insurance: agreed value, listed buildings, broker-only distribution and what to check before buying.
HMRC Research: Gen Z Workers Wish They Had Learnt Tax Basics Before Their First Job
HMRC research finds 74% of Gen Z workers did not understand income tax bands when starting their first job. 61% unaware of the £12,570 Personal.
Legal and General Takes Over Royal Household Pensions as King's £13m Tax Bill Disclosed
Legal and General takes over Royal Household pension management. King Charles paid £13m in income tax voluntarily in 2024-25 on Duchy of Lancaster.
Asset Finance Calculator UK: Monthly Payments, Total Cost and Tax Savings Explained
Calculate UK asset finance payments. £50K at 8% APR over 5 years is approximately £912 per month. Compare Total Cost of Finance, not just monthly payment.
Used Plant and Machinery UK: Buying, Finance and Tax Treatment Guide
Used plant saves 40-70% versus new and still qualifies for AIA. Finance available for machines up to 15 years old. Same tax rules as new plant.
Business Van Finance UK: AIA, Tax Treatment and How to Finance a Work Van
Vans qualify for AIA up to £1m, unlike cars. No 15% contract hire disallowance. Electric vans have a £0 BiK rate for 2026/27.
Business Car Finance UK: Hire Purchase, Contract Hire and Tax Treatment Explained
Business car finance options include contract hire, finance lease and HP. EVs qualify for 100% first-year allowance. Cars cannot claim AIA.
Excavator Finance UK: Hire Purchase and Lease Options for Construction Plant
Finance an excavator from £15,000 to £500,000+ on hire purchase or finance lease. High approval rates for construction plant. Rates from 5% APR.
Hire Purchase vs Finance Lease UK: Tax Treatment, Key Differences and Which to Choose
Hire purchase transfers ownership at end of term; finance lease keeps it with the lender. HP gives AIA and capital allowances up to £1m.
www.privatemarketunlock.uk: FCA Warning — Not Authorised (5 June 2026)
www.privatemarketunlock.uk is not authorised by the FCA. Added to FCA Warning List 5 June 2026. Do not invest or transfer money to this firm.
Before You Buy a Holiday Let: FHL Tax Abolition, Mortgage Rules and Licensing in 2026
FHL tax abolished April 2025. Mortgage interest now restricted. Planning and licensing tightened. Model the new tax position before buying a holiday let.
Should Pension Tax Relief Be Tied to UK Investment? The £60bn Question
Proposal would restrict £60bn pension tax relief to UK-invested savers. Not current law. Critics warn of reduced saver choice. Pensions review ongoing.
DVLA Scam Warning: Fake Texts, Websites and Emails Targeting UK Motorists
DVLA warns about fake websites and scam texts targeting motorists. DVLA never requests payment by text. All legitimate DVLA services are on gov.uk only.
Child Benefit: HMRC Urges New Parents to Claim Immediately to Avoid Losing Entitlement
HMRC urges new parents to claim Child Benefit immediately. Claims backdate three months only. High earners should still claim to protect NI credits.
Before You Take Tax-Free Cash from Your Pension: What You Give Up
Taking the 25% tax-free lump sum from your pension is irreversible. The remaining 75% becomes subject to income tax on withdrawal. Taking all tax-free cash
Before You Withdraw from Your Pension Early: Tax Traps and Scam Risks
Withdrawing from a pension before age 55 (57 from 2028) triggers a 55% HMRC tax charge in most cases. Pension liberation scams have stolen billions from sa
Before You Take a Buy-to-Let Mortgage: Tax, Stress Tests and Voids
Buy-to-let mortgages are assessed on rental income stress tests and Section 24 has fundamentally changed the tax treatment for higher-rate taxpayers.