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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Union chief launches blistering attack on Rachel Reeves - '20,000 defence jobs at risk'

Union chief Sharon Graham criticizes Rachel Reeves and the Treasury, claiming 20,000 defense jobs are at risk due to a lack of investment in UK defense contracts.

Feb 25 • 17:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Treasury calls in Blair thinktank to advise on using AI across public services

The UK government has engaged Tony Blair's thinktank to advise on the integration of AI into public services, inciting criticism from campaigners.

Feb 25 • 16:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Car tax cut big update for vehicles built in 19-year period as Treasury responds

The UK Treasury has responded to calls for a tax reduction on cars aged 20-39 years, amid concerns that high road tax is causing these vehicles to be scrapped.

Feb 23 • 21:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Does Jay die in The Night Agent season 3?

The latest season of The Night Agent raises tensions around the fate of Treasury Agent Jay Batra amid a gripping investigation.

Feb 21 • 09:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Rachel Reeves boost could mean end of tax rises

Rachel Reeves has received a significant financial boost for public finances, leading to optimism regarding the avoidance of further tax increases in the UK.

Feb 20 • 10:01 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Historic Arrest and Controversial Scanner

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, brother of King Charles III, was arrested on suspicion of leaking confidential information related to the UK Treasury, including issues concerning the aftermath of the Icelandic banking crisis.

Feb 19 • 18:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Reform UK plans to push kids into poverty with two-child benefit limit U-turn

Reform UK's new Treasury spokesman announced plans to restore a two-child benefit limit, which critics argue could push many children into poverty.

Feb 18 • 11:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Treasury update over National Insurance documents being issued to taxpayers

The UK Treasury has updated taxpayers on the issuance of National Insurance documents and encouraged them to check their contribution records ahead of upcoming changes.

Feb 17 • 16:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Nationwide alert over Treasury legal changes coming up this year

The UK Treasury is set to introduce significant legal changes that may affect customers of Nationwide Building Society, as officials prepare legislation to be discussed by MPs.

Feb 17 • 02:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Nationwide legal change alert as Treasury imposes new restriction rules

The UK Treasury is set to implement new regulations affecting building societies including Nationwide, following discussions with senior officials and a commitment to reform the mutuals sector.

Feb 14 • 02:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Lib Dems plan to scrap Treasury for new ‘department for growth’

The Liberal Democrats propose replacing the Treasury with a new department focused on long-term economic growth, aiming to create a cohesive economic vision for the UK.

Feb 11 • 12:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Treasury minister explains changes to National Insurance and inheritance tax

A Treasury minister discussed significant upcoming tax changes, including National Insurance and inheritance tax, during a House of Lords committee meeting.

Feb 10 • 01:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Top Treasury minister explains 'long-term' tax changes for motorists

The UK government is introducing long-term tax changes for motorists, including a new levy for electric vehicles starting in April 2025.

Feb 9 • 13:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Treasury statement over road tax ahead of major 2026 changes

The UK Treasury has announced that Vehicle Excise Duty will rise in April 2026, in line with inflation.

Feb 8 • 06:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Treasury statement over major price changes and 'subsidies' for these households

The Treasury addressed significant changes in car insurance costs in response to MPs urging for price reductions, highlighting a notable rise in motor insurance bills above inflation rates for 2022 and 2023.

Feb 6 • 12:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Key April 2026 vehicle tax update as Treasury responds and 59 vehicles 'pay £5,690' list

The Treasury has announced significant increases in Vehicle Excise Duty for petrol and diesel vehicles starting in April 2026, with the most polluting vehicles facing a first-year fee of £5,690.

Feb 6 • 09:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major £30,000 HMRC tax update as new HMRC policy comes in from April

HMRC officials briefed MPs on significant upcoming changes to tax policies, including ISAs and pensions, during a meeting with the Treasury Committee.

Jan 14 • 11:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Treasury has ‘limited grasp’ of concerns over booming shadow banking sector, peers say

UK Treasury officials are reportedly unaware of the risks posed by the rapidly growing shadow banking sector, according to a Lords committee report, which highlights the potential threats to financial stability.

Jan 9 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Labour’s swift pubs U-turn shows government learning – and repeating Treasury mistakes

The recent U-turn by the Labour government on business rates for pubs indicates a rapid response to industry concerns, reflecting both learning and the repeating of past Treasury errors.

Jan 8 • 18:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Treasury issues HMRC update as January 31 deadline with £900 fines looms

The Treasury has provided an update to MPs regarding unpaid taxes, highlighting that over 5.65 million taxpayers still need to complete their self-assessment before the January 31 deadline to avoid potential £900 fines.

Jan 7 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

UK Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry for estimated €917 million

The UK Treasury has announced plans to provide funding of approximately €917 million for covering the Bayeux Tapestry.

Dec 28 • 16:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Bayeux Tapestry: its transfer to England secured for nearly one billion euros

The Bayeux Tapestry will be displayed in London from September 2026 to July 2027 as part of a historic loan from France to the UK, with the British Treasury covering 800 million pounds of the costs.

Dec 27 • 16:18 UTC

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