Scottish councils still owe £100M for national insurance. Despite government aid, a funding gap endures, impacting public services. Councils Face £100M National Insurance Bill Local councils face a big bill that covers rising national insurance costs, totaling almost £100 million, according to an organization representing councils. The Scottish Government plans to help by covering 60%…
Local authorities face a £96m budget gap due to NIC increases. This could lead to service cuts and tax rises despite partial government funding. Councils Warn of Cuts and Tax Rises Over £96m National Insurance Shortfall Local authorities’ group said a funding hole equals 3.3% council tax rise. Employer NICs go from 13.8% to 15%…
SNP MP mentions poll insights hinting PM harms Labour, and causing Starmer to laugh. SNP could gain significantly in upcoming elections. Starmer Chuckles at Claim He is Worst Thing to Happen to Scottish Labour Leader Dave Doogan is an SNP MP. He spoke in Parliament on Wednesday. He mentioned a professor’s comments. The professor works…
New Child Benefit rates confirmed for April 2025! Families receiving £26.05 weekly for one child and £17.25 for additional children. DWP Confirms Child Benefit New Rates from April 2025: What Families Can Expect Child benefit amounts changed in April. Families get £26.05 weekly for one child. This increased from £25.60 per week. For each extra…
Parklands Care Homes faces £80,000 monthly cost increase due to rising National Insurance. New Milton of Leys home opening delayed but still planned. Highland Care Provider Parklands Sees Costs Rise Due to National Insurance Hike Parklands Care Homes faces rising costs. Their costs will increase by £80,000 each month. This is driven by higher National…
UK Parliament approves £6.9 billion increase to state pensions & benefits beginning in April. Pension rises 4.1%; most other benefits rise 1.7%. DWP April 2025 New State Pension Rates Weekly and Monthly: Full Breakdown The UK parliament agreed on new spending totals. They voted to increase state pensions and benefits. This increase totals £6.9 billion,…
Middlesbrough Council’s budget faces a vote amid councillor opinions. Mayor Cooke promotes growth, focusing on town recovery with new funds. Middlesbrough Councillors React to Budget Set to Be Voted Through This Month Middlesbrough Council’s budget will soon get a vote. Councillors have been asked to share their opinions, and Mayor Chris Cooke calls it a…
Scotland boosts council funds by £144M to ease national insurance pressures following UK changes. Ministers aim to cover 60%, seeking more Westminster support. Extra £144m for Scottish Councils After National Insurance Hike Scotland will give councils £144 million more. This extra money should help them with national insurance. Finance secretary Shona Robinson said this. The…
Edinburgh faces budget strain, potentially leading to an 8% council tax increase. Officials warn of funding shortfalls and upcoming financial pressures. Edinburgh Council Tax Could Rise by 8% Amid Warning of Budget Pressures Edinburgh’s council tax might go up by eight percent. The city’s finances face some real strain, and officials issued a warning. A…
The Scottish Government allocates £144m assisting councils with increased National Insurance costs due to UK budget changes affecting public services. SNP Government Pledges £144m to Help Councils Pay Labour NIC Hike Shona Robison spoke about Scotland’s budget. She said £144 million helps councils pay National Insurance. The UK budget raised employer National Insurance, going from…
Parents earning under £80,000 could receive up to £3,094 yearly from HMRC Child Benefit, aiding with raising costs. Rates are set to increase in April. Child Benefit: Families Earning Under £80,000 Urged to Claim HMRC Support Hey, listen up about Child Benefit. HMRC offers this benefit to parents. You might get up to £3,094 each…
Thousands boost state pensions by £35M via online service, adding 68,673 years to records. Check forecasts & fill gaps before April deadline. Pension Boost: Thousands Add £35 Million to State Pensions, Secure Future The online service started last April. People have added 68,673 years to their records. HMRC and DWP want you to check your…
Belfast City Council has approved a 5.99% increase in district rates for 2025/26, impacting households and businesses. Belfast Householders Face Rates Hike of Nearly 6% Belfast: The City Council has decided to raise the district rate by 5.99% for 2025/26. This means households will see a small increase in their weekly bills. For example, a…
The Welsh Government is uncertain about receiving £109m for tax hikes affecting public sector employers Welsh Government ‘in the dark’ on £109m NI cash for public sector Cardiff: The Welsh Government is unsure about the £109 million it needs for tax increases in the public sector. A committee meeting revealed this uncertainty. Jayne Bryant mentioned…
Chefs face tough choices as National Insurance hikes push prices higher, impacting diners and the industry. National Insurance Increase Forces Chefs to Raise Prices for Customers Edinburgh: Chefs are feeling the pressure from a recent National Insurance change. The threshold for National Insurance has dropped from £9,100 to £5,000. This means casual workers, like students,…
Newport Council faces a potential £4.5 million increase in staffing costs due to National Insurance changes, with funding still unclear. Newport Council Uncertain About Funding for National Insurance Contributions Newport: The UK Government announced last year that employers must pay more National Insurance. This change could raise Newport Council’s staffing costs by about £4.5 million.…
Haverhill residents will see a 6% rise in council tax due to increased National Insurance costs, impacting household budgets significantly. Haverhill Residents Face Council Tax Hike Amid Rising National Insurance Costs Haverhill: Residents will soon pay more in council tax. This is due to a big jump in National Insurance costs for the town council.…
Newport councillors are concerned about funding for rising National Insurance costs, impacting local budgets significantly. Council Faces Uncertainty Over National Insurance Funding for Local Services Newport: Local authorities are unsure about who will cover rising National Insurance costs. Councillors discussed this at Newport Civic Centre. The UK Government announced last year that employers must pay…
Surrey County Council proposes a 4.99% council tax hike, impacting residents’ budgets starting April 2025. Surrey County Council Plans Nearly 5% Increase in Council Tax Surrey: Surrey County Council is looking to raise council tax by almost 5%. This means residents could pay an extra £1.69 a week for a Band D home. The increase…
Rachel Reeves is urged by business leaders to deliver on her economic growth promises amid rising concerns. Reeves Faces Pressure as Chancellor Relaunches Economic Growth Agenda Oxford: Rachel Reeves is under pressure from business leaders. They say it’s crunch time for her growth promises. She needs to regain credibility on the economy. In her first…
