The European Central Bank cuts interest rates to record low
The European Central Bank has cut its benchmark interest rate to a new record low of 0.5%.
Scottish independence referendum date announced
The Scottish independence referendum will be held on 18 September 2014.
Inheritance tax returns to the deep freeze
Inheritance tax thresholds are set to stick at £325,000 for individuals and £650,000 for couples for three years from 2015.
Budget 2013 sparks ‘second home subsidy’ row
A 2013 budget initiative aimed at helping people get on the housing ladder has caused a row to erupt over whether it could be used to fund the purchase of second homes.
How does the 2013 budget affect beer drinkers?
Alcohol duty escalator scrapped on beer and duty cut by 1p.