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Tax collectors 'bin letters'
The Inland Revenue's phone service is a "massive mess" with staff told to ignore errors in records to save time and ensure call targets are met, anonymous insider says.
Tax reforms give workers a boost
Workers in the UK were slightly better off from today following changes to income tax and National Insurance.
Hips: Ban on first-day marketing 'damaging'
Estate agents have described new rules governing Home Information Packs as "pointless and damaging".
Landlords could 'face repossession' over benefits
Housing benefit changes could lead to more people being made homeless.
Pensioners 'can't afford to survive'
The 5pc increase in the state pension fails to tackle the growing problem of pensioner poverty, campaigners have warned.
State pension: More time to buy 'cut-price' years
Delays caused by an overloaded pensions website will not leave people out of pocket, the Government has said.
Struggling borrowers get 30-day breathing space
Debt collectors have agreed to give 30 days' breathing space to borrowers struggling with repayments under a new deal.
MPs' tax breaks: them and us
Politicians enjoy different tax treatment from their constituents when it comes to allowances and expenses.
Rate Alert special: Cash Isas for the new tax year
Earn 7pc on your cash - but you need to start now if you want to use your whole allowance.
Deals of the day: In the garden
If you're looking for seeds, plants or furniture, today's deals will help you save money.
Save money with a water meter?
Not all households would be better off. We explain how to decide whether you should switch.
Mothers get £190 'baby bonus'
All pregnant women in Britain will be eligible to receive a £190 tax-free "baby bonus" from the Government from next week.
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More than 70pc of providers have cut rates by 0.39 percentage points.
Gold falls to 10-week low
Gold dropped to a 10-week low in London on speculation the world financial crisis may be easing, reducing the precious metal’s appeal as a haven.
Bank charges: OFT to investigate HSBC and Lloyds
Unauthorised overdrafts offered by Lloyds Banking Group, HSBC and Clydesdale are to be the subject of an Office of Fair Trading investigation.
Tesco relents over £5,400 payout for cancelled holiday
Our financial troubleshooter persuades Tesco Travel Insurance to make an exception after death in family forces trip to be abandoned.
Overpaid tax: Jessica v the Revenue
As the tax year starts, our readers' champion gets to grips with a request for help to reclaim a tax overpayment.
Five ways to get the best deal on your holiday money
With the pound weak against most other currencies, it is important to make sure you get a good deal when spending money overseas.
Gold falls to 10-week low
Gold dropped to a 10-week low in London on speculation the world financial crisis may be easing, reducing the precious metal’s appeal as a haven.
Sebastian Coe: 20 ways to win in business
Former Olympic champion, politician and businessman Sebastian Coe shares the secrets of his success.
The 'Obama effect' and other reasons to smile
Has Britain experienced the "Obama effect", as the mood seemed to lift a little last week? Or was it simply that summer time has arrived?
Pensioners rely on value of their homes to fund retirement
Pensioners who have relied on the value of their homes to fund their retirement have seen more than £46 million disappear from their pension pots due to the slump in house prices.
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