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HMRC to rake in bumper £10.4 billion from tax on savings
With interest rates at a 16-year high, how can you shield your savings from the taxman?
By Katie Williams Published
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How to avoid second home council tax
Can you avoid high council tax on second homes? We look at the rules and who will have to pay the charge
By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Last updated
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What are National Insurance contributions?
Features Most of us pay National Insurance contributions but few of us really understand them. Here’s our quick guide to demystifying National Insurance.
By Nicole García Mérida Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts continue to surge, now 17% higher
Inheritance tax receipts are on track for another record high, as they start the new tax year 17% higher than the same period a year ago. Can you cut your bill and give less to the taxman?
By Katie Williams Published
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Will capital gains tax rise after the general election?
We take a close look at what the political parties have said about CGT. Will they raise the tax or won’t they? Could investors and homeowners be taxed more?
By Ruth Emery Published
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Reform UK manifesto: what money pledges are in Nigel Farage’s 'Contract'?
The Reform UK manifesto - which has been called a 'contract' by Nigel Farage - includes tax cuts, Bank of England reform and immigration policies.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Rishi Sunak’s ‘£2,000 Labour tax policies’ claim 'misled voters', official stats body suggests
Explainer The Conservative Party leader has made the Labour tax claim several times on the general election campaign trail. Here's why the numbers don't add up - at least right now.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Conservatives pledge to cut National Insurance again – how much could you save?
News A 2p reduction in National Insurance is a key feature of the Tory’s general election manifesto.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How to make Tax Freedom Day come earlier and keep more of your money
News Research suggests Brits are working 161 days just to pay the taxman and it is getting worse. Here is how to reduce your tax bill
By Marc Shoffman Published
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