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New HMRC service announced for workers to take control of their tax affairs

Workers are set to take control of their tax affairs as the government today (21 July 2025) announces a new online Pay As You Earn (PAYE) service for around 35 million UK taxpayers as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) sets out more than 50 measures to transform the UK’s tax and customs system.

The new online service for all PAYE taxpayers will make it simpler and easier to check and update their income, allowances, reliefs and expenses, and will be available via their Personal Tax Account or through the HMRC app.

This service forms part of HMRC’s Transformation Roadmap...

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RMT confirms new strike dates

The largest rail union, RMT, has confirmed that members will be taking 24 hours of strike action from 5pm Thursday 4th June through to 4.59pm on Friday 5th June in the current dispute over pay and jobs at Network Rail with a further 48 hours of action from 5pm on Tuesday 9th June to 4.59pm on Thursday 11th June. In addition there will be action short of a strike from 00.01 Saturday 6th June to 23.59 on Friday 12th June.

The RMT executive decision is:

We note that a meeting with our Area Council Representatives has been held and as part of a rolling campaign we instruct our...

Funding for added safety net

The National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) is offering fishermen financial support in a bid to cut accidents at sea.

Fishing remains one of the most dangerous professions in the UK, with 84 fishermen losing their lives in the past 10 years. Funding is being made available from the NFFO and supported by European Fisheries Fund (EFF), which will allow all fishermen operating vessels under 15 meters to claim up to 70 per cent of the cost to bring their vessel’s safety up to the Voluntary Code of Practice standard.

Under the voluntary code, all vessels under...

Renewable Heat Incentive Workshop

A ‘Renewable Heat Incentive’ (RHI) Funded Heat Pump Solutions workshop was held at The Buckerell Lodge Hotel in Exeter.

The high-profile event created by Carbon Savings Alliance (CSA) and co-hosted by My Green Heating Finance and Kensa Heat Pumps, attracted over 50 delegates from across the South West, and beyond. This included Social Housing Associations, architects and leading members of the construction industry.

The welcome address was given by Lord Taylor of Goss Moor, Chair of the National Housing Federation and a number of industry sector experts gave presentations...

RHS Chelsea Gold for Brewin Dolphin

Brewin Dolphin one of the UK’s leading Wealth Managers with an office in Exeter has been awarded an RHS Gold Medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2015.

The Brewin Dolphin Garden designed by Darren Hawkes delivered a breath-taking design that draws on Brewin Dolphin’s heritage, but also reflects their forward thinking approach to business and ability to evolve and adapt to changes in the financial and wider world.

Tim Walker Head of Brewin Dolphin in Exeter said, “ We’re absolutely delighted with our Gold Medal success at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show. We greatly admire...

RMT confirms strike dates

The largest rail union, RMT, has confirmed that members will be taking strike action and action short of a strike from Monday 25th May in the current dispute over pay and jobs at Network Rail.

The impact of the action will build up over the Monday the 25th and will be in full effect by the start of the Tuesday, the 26th May.

RMT's executive has decided that noting the failure of Network Rail to offer any further negotiations and the overwhelming support of our members for industrial action in support of our campaign for job security and improved pay, the General Secretary...

Open weekend at Tisbury new development

Independent developer, C G Fry & Son, is holding a special open weekend on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th May at their award-winning ‘Wyndham Place’ development in Tisbury. The Sales Office team will showcase a collection of new three, and four-bedroom homes each carpeted and available to move in to. In addition the family-owned company is offering to pay the Stamp Duty on selected plots to assist house-buyers to move in more quickly and easily.

Wyndham Place a development of three and four-bedroom homes offers the rare chance to acquire a new home in one of Wiltshire’s most...

Help tackle public transport sex pests

Officers from British Transport Police (BTP) are encouraging passengers to report any unwanted sexual behaviour on the transport network.

A short film called Report it to stop it, promoted through Video on Demand channels such as All4 (formerly 4OD), Now TV and YouTube, follows a woman’s journey in which she experiences escalating incidents of unwanted sexual behaviour on board a train.

Viewers are encouraged to interact with the film by deciding at which point they would report the incident by texting 61016.

The purpose of the video, which is aimed at women aged...

Royal Princess named

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have announced that they have named their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

The baby, who is fourth in line to the throne, will be known as Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge.

Charlotte was born on Saturday 2 May at St Mary's Hospital in London.

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Duchess gives birth to a baby girl

The Duchess of Cambridge has given birth to a baby girl.

The baby was delivered at 8.34am and the Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth.

A statement from Kensington palace said: "Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge was safely delivered of a daughter at 8.34am.

"The baby weighs 8lbs 3oz.

"The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth.

"The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry and members of both families have been informed and are delighted with the news.

"Her Royal...

British Red Cross Shop Drop for Nepal

The British Red Cross is today (Thursday 30 April) launching ‘Shop Drop for Nepal’ to give people another way to donate to its Nepal Earthquake Appeal.

The Red Cross is appealing to people to clear out their wardrobes and cupboards and donate their unwanted clothes and goods to their local Red Cross shop.

Funds raised from the sale of the items will aid the organisation’s life-saving work in Nepal. The Red Cross appeal has now topped £3 million but much more is needed.

People wishing to help can drop off their goods at their nearest Red Cross shop, and explain they...

UK News

New HMRC service announced for workers to take control of their tax affairs

RMT confirms new strike dates

Funding for added safety net

Renewable Heat Incentive Workshop

RHS Chelsea Gold for Brewin Dolphin

RMT confirms strike dates

Open weekend at Tisbury new development

Help tackle public transport sex pests

Royal Princess named

Duchess gives birth to a baby girl

British Red Cross Shop Drop for Nepal

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