It’s the tax rise you never saw coming—because it was never officially announced. Nearly 18 million more Britons, including a record number of pensioners, are expected to fall into the …
Cost of Living
News and analysis on the UK cost of living crisis — including inflation, food and energy prices, wage pressure, benefit support, and government responses.
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Economy
Household Costs Rise for MILLIONS as Britons Hit by EIGHT Bill Rises and Tax Hikes
by Darren SmithBrace yourself, Britain—your monthly budget is about to feel a lot tighter. From soaring energy prices to stealthy tax hikes, millions of UK households are waking up to a fresh …
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News
What Albanese Is Giving YOU in Pre-Election Budget Blitz – Even As National Debt Soars
by Darren SmithPM Anthony Albanese unveils a $150 energy rebate and more in a pre-election budget aimed at winning back voters. But critics warn of rising debt and political spin. Find out …
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Brits
Parliament Suspends Tribute to WWII Hero After Protesters Disrupt House of Lords Session
by Darren SmithA tribute to WWII hero John ‘Paddy’ Hemmingway was dramatically interrupted in the House of Lords when protesters threw confetti and shouted slogans, forcing a temporary suspension of proceedings. The demonstrators, reportedly from a pro-democracy …
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In a shocking incident at a Sainsbury’s store in Bolton, a man attempting to steal £300 worth of shopping assaulted a security officer using a needle. This alarming event is …
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Economy
UK Energy Bills Soar to Record Highs Despite Labour’s £300 Cost of Living Pledge
by Darren SmithBritish households are facing the harsh reality of soaring energy bills, now the highest in Europe, despite Labour’s ambitious pledge to reduce the cost of living by £300 per year. …
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Economy
“Rachel Reeves Urged to Take Urgent Action as State Pension Faces Retirement Tax Threat”
by Darren SmithThe United Kingdom’s state pension system is on the brink of a significant transformation. Due to the interplay between the triple lock mechanism and a prolonged freeze on the personal …
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Brits
“State Pension Shock: Labour’s ‘Double Tax Raid’ Threatens to Undermine Triple Lock”
by Darren SmithThe state pension triple lock has long been a cornerstone of financial security for UK pensioners, ensuring that their income keeps pace with the cost of living. However, recent proposals …
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Economy
“Rachel Reeves’ Budget Sparks Crisis: UK Pubs Face Layoffs and Closures Amid Rising Costs”
by Darren SmithThe United Kingdom’s pub industry, a cornerstone of British culture and community life, is facing an unprecedented crisis. The recent budget introduced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves has imposed significant financial …