Government reviews access to face-to-face banking services
The government has announced a review into access to face-to-face banking services as concerns continue to grow over the impact of bank branch closures on local communities, older customers and small
Government measures to ease rising fuel costs
The government has announced a package of measures intended to help motorists and businesses manage rising fuel costs following disruption linked to the conflict in Iran.
As part of the package, the
Increase in approved mileage rates
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves updated Parliament on 21 May 2026 on the Government’s economic response to the war in Iran and the wider measures being taken to support households and
New measures aimed at easing living costs
The Government has announced a new package of measures designed to help households manage rising living costs during the summer months, as concerns continue over inflation, fuel prices and household
Fiscal drag explained
The freezing of tax thresholds can result in a phenomenon commonly referred to as ‘fiscal drag’. This occurs when tax allowances and rate bands remain unchanged while wages and inflation increase. As
Non-tax considerations when returning to the UK
Returning to the UK after a period abroad can feel straightforward on the surface, but there are a number of practical and personal matters that need careful thought to ensure a smooth
New legal duty for landlords under the renters’ rights act
Landlords must now comply with an important new legal requirement introduced under the Renters’ Rights Act, which brings significant reform to the private rented sector in England. The government has
Beware Winter Fuel Payment scams
Pensioners are being urged to stay vigilant for any Winter Fuel Payment scams. HMRC is starting to recover Winter Fuel Payments issued for winter 2025 from those earning over £35,000 a year. While the
Reducing domestic energy costs
Energy costs remain a significant pressure on household budgets, and reducing consumption continues to be one of the most reliable ways to control expenditure. Fortunately, many practical steps can
New support measures to allow affordable debt repayment
The government has announced new support measures to allow affordable debt repayment for government debt. The new measures set out a clearer and more practical approach to helping individuals and
