Entries by BBC News

Pay-per-mile tax could ‘hinder’ EV switch

Electric vehicle drivers will soon face a pay-per-mile tax as 2030 deadline to phase out petrol and diesel cars looms.

Child benefit change will create a ‘little buffer’

Mum-of-three Lucy Burns says removing the cap is going to "make a huge difference to my household".

How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay

The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.

How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay

The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.

UK growth forecasts lowered from next year

Downgrades to productivity means the economy is set to grow at an annual rate of 1.5% on average over the next five years.

How to avoid scams when shopping online

Camilla Smythe from the Cyber Defence Alliance gives her tips for shopping online.

Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you

The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.

Properties worth more than £2m face new tax

The surcharge begins at £2,500, rising to £7,500 for properties valued at more than £5m.

Watch: ‘Mind-blowing’ – BBC correspondents react as OBR releases Budget details early

In the lead up to the Chancellor delivering her Budget, the Office for Budget Responsibility published their report early in error.

Electric vehicle owners to face pay-per-mile tax

Drivers of electric cars will pay a road charge of 3p per mile, while plug-in hybrid drivers will pay 1.5p per mile from April 2028.