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Full list of 60 vehicles that are facing £2,745 car tax from next week
These car drivers will feel the pinch It is thought 59 cars from 24 different brands, including big names like Ford, BMW and Mercedes, are facing a £2,745 car tax hike from next week. This is due to major alterations in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates unveiled in the Autumn Budget by Labour. The Government has opted to significantly ramp up first-year VED charges for petrol and diesel models starting April 2025. These translate to substantial fees that new vehicle...
Just Stop Oil end direct action after achieving their aim
The group said it has been "one of the most successful civil resistance campaigns in recent history."
Harry Redknapp appears to make Nazi salute after joking Thomas Tuchel is a ‘German spy’
He was making an appearance at a charity event when he made the comments
Economist Gary Stevenson ‘humiliates’ GB News host in wealth tax debate
Stevenson has been widely praised for his appearance on Question Time.
Zelensky says Putin ‘will die soon and it will come to an end’
Rumours are swirling about the Russian leader's health.
University of Sussex fined £585k after teacher left following transphobia accusations
The University plans to legally challenge the ruling
More texts about US government war plans leaked after journalist accidentally added to group chat
The Atlantic magazine has published more messages.
Joey Barton found guilty of assaulting his wife at their home
The incident occurred in June 2021.
Laurence Fox charged with sexual offence over social media photo
If found guilty, he could be sentenced to two years in prison, and be placed on the Sex Offenders Register.