Energy Price Cap July 2026: Why Cornwall Insight Is Forecasting £1,929 and What Drives the Q3 Number
Cornwall Insight's central forecast for the Q3 2026 energy price cap is £1,929 a year — up £290 on Q2. The realistic range is £1,640 to £2,100 depending on wholesale prices through May and June. Here is what is in the number, why Q3 looks different, and the practical options.
Council Tax 2026/27: The Seven Councils Granted Permission to Raise Above 5%
Most English councils raised council tax by the maximum 5% in April 2026. Seven councils were granted Government permission to go higher — Worcestershire, Shropshire, North Somerset, Trafford, Warrington, Windsor & Maidenhead and BCP. Here are the rises in cash terms by band.
Dividend Tax Rise April 2026: What the 2-Point Hike Costs You by Income Band
Basic-rate dividend tax went from 8.75% to 10.75% on 6 April 2026, higher rate from 33.75% to 35.75%. Worked examples for £30K, £50K, £80K and £120K dividend takers, with the cash impact spelled out and the planning levers that remain.
