Budget 202519 hrs agoUse our tax calculator to see how Spring Statement forecasts may affect youWages are forecast to go up over the next five years but you could pay more tax because of frozen thresholds.19 hrs ago7 days agoWhat is happening to gas and electricity prices?Typical household bills will fall by 7% when the new energy cap takes effect on 1 April 2026. 7 days ago12 Feb 2026What's happening to the UK economy and how does it affect you?The rate of economic growth affects things like pay increases and the amount of tax raised.12 Feb 202629 Jan 2026Limiting tax support to pubs 'makes no sense'North-east England hospitality firms fear "oblivion" without the same rates help offered to pubs.29 Jan 202614 Jan 2026Reeves doesn't rule out wider business rates support across hospitalityChancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes14 Jan 20266 Jan 2026What is the new charge for driving an electric or plug-in hybrid car?All new cars must be electric or hybrid from 2030, but the government could put new taxes on them.6 Jan 20264 Jan 2026Will we see signs of economic growth in 2026? Foodbank use and the fortunes of the hospitality trade will show if things are getting better or worse. 4 Jan 202619 Dec 2025Pub closure fear after 'phenomenal' rise in ratesOne landlady says she is facing a £24k business rate increase on one of her pubs.19 Dec 202515 Dec 2025I will get to the bottom of these leaks, says StarmerThe PM has faced a succession of embarrassing leaks about the Budget and his leadership in recent weeks.15 Dec 2025...
