What does the budget mean for me? 11 key points from the Budget 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her second Budget, laying out a series of tax rises as she aims to fill a black hole in the public finances.
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‘Avoid Holborn area’ after 70 firefighters tackle underground fire
The London Fire Brigade is urging people to avoid Holborn this afternoon following a major blaze in an underground utilities tunnel.
No change to Income Tax in Rachel Reeves budget 2025 but you could pay more
HMRC Income tax brackets and National Insurance rates remain unchanged at this year's budget, despite initial speculation that they may see increases.
Rachel Reeves’ OBR budget leak could constitute ‘criminal act’
The leaked independent Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) analysis of the budget could have been a 'criminal act.'
Chancellor announces major change for pensioners in Budget
Pensioners will be set for a boost of around £500 next year as Rachel Reeves confirmed the Government's commitment to the triple lock at today's Budget.
Man rushed to hospital after hit by train at Piccadilly Circus station
A man has been hit by a train at Piccadilly Circus station, causing severe delays on the Piccadilly line.
LIVE updates as person hit by train on Piccadilly line
A person has been hit by a train on the Piccadilly line today (November 26)
‘Mansion tax’ could see Council Tax double for many in 2025 budget
More than 100,000 high-value properties will have to pay a new 'mansion tax' for homes worth more than £2 million.
LIVE updates as 70 firefighters tackle underground blaze in Holborn
A fire in an underground tunnel is causing major disruption in Holborn, with ten fire engines, multiple road closures and bus diversions in place. Follow below for the latest updates.
‘Cheeky’ Mum charging kids and family £20 a head for the ‘luxury’ of Christmas dinner
We're just a few weeks out from the big day, but the age-old Christmas dinner argument has already started.