Several States Seek Gambling Tax IncreasesStates are increasing taxes on online gaming and sports betting to generate revenue, facing pushback from lawmakers concerned about public resistance to new taxes.
Flight costs from France to rise as government more than doubles air taxThe French government is increasing the solidarity tax on airline tickets to address ecological and fiscal concerns, impacting competitiveness in global travel.
Huge housing projects and library closures to be discussed at meetingHavering Council's cabinet is deciding on major issues including library closures, housing projects, and a proposed council tax hike.
How much council tax is going up in London's major commuter towns in 2025London councils are raising council tax significantly due to financial crises, with some areas facing increases up to 25%.Councils like Windsor and Maidenhead are pushing for large tax hikes to manage crippling debts.
Council Tax Calculator: How much will bills rise in my area?Council tax bill to rise by 106 on average this yearLocal authorities protecting frontline services through tax increase
How much council tax is going up in London's major commuter towns in 2025London councils are raising council tax significantly due to financial crises, with some areas facing increases up to 25%.Councils like Windsor and Maidenhead are pushing for large tax hikes to manage crippling debts.
Council Tax Calculator: How much will bills rise in my area?Council tax bill to rise by 106 on average this yearLocal authorities protecting frontline services through tax increase
Reeves lifts U.K. taxes by 40 billion in first Labour budgetRachel Reeves plans to raise UK taxes by £40 billion to address a fiscal deficit and improve public services.
Toronto mayor defends proposed tax hike in final budget, says citizens willing to spend for better services | CBC NewsToronto's 2025 budget proposes a 6.9% homeowner tax to fund improved city services and address a budget shortfall.Mayor Olivia Chow's final budget reflects public consultation feedback, emphasizing needs over cuts.
Reeves lifts U.K. taxes by 40 billion in first Labour budgetRachel Reeves plans to raise UK taxes by £40 billion to address a fiscal deficit and improve public services.
Toronto mayor defends proposed tax hike in final budget, says citizens willing to spend for better services | CBC NewsToronto's 2025 budget proposes a 6.9% homeowner tax to fund improved city services and address a budget shortfall.Mayor Olivia Chow's final budget reflects public consultation feedback, emphasizing needs over cuts.
Newsom touts 'major boost' to paid leave for Californians. How will it help workers?California's Senate Bill 951 expands paid family leave, significantly benefiting low-wage workers but introduces a payroll tax increase on all wage earners.
Video. Angry farmers protest in LondonFarmers protest against a tax increase and the removal of a tax break, fearing it will endanger family farms.
County commissioners approve tax rate election to raise $75M for child care - Austin MonitorTravis County proposes a tax increase to fund child care services, potentially creating thousands of new slots and improving access for low-income families.
After a decline last year, Travis County homeowners should expect a return to rising property taxes - Austin MonitorAustin-area homeowners can expect an average property tax increase of $1,123 this year—an 11% rise, the largest since 2014.
County commissioners approve tax rate election to raise $75M for child care - Austin MonitorTravis County proposes a tax increase to fund child care services, potentially creating thousands of new slots and improving access for low-income families.
After a decline last year, Travis County homeowners should expect a return to rising property taxes - Austin MonitorAustin-area homeowners can expect an average property tax increase of $1,123 this year—an 11% rise, the largest since 2014.
Reeves to reveal 19bn financial gap amid tax hike plansChancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to reveal a £19bn shortfall in public finances, signaling a probable autumn tax raise.
Reeves 'not immune' to criticism over NI hikeReeves insists on raising National Insurance for employers to stabilize public finances despite substantial business criticism.
Reeves to reveal 19bn financial gap amid tax hike plansChancellor Rachel Reeves is planning to reveal a £19bn shortfall in public finances, signaling a probable autumn tax raise.
Reeves 'not immune' to criticism over NI hikeReeves insists on raising National Insurance for employers to stabilize public finances despite substantial business criticism.
OBR warns budget is unlikely to lift economic growth over next five yearsLabour's significant spending increases will not improve economic growth rates over the next five years, according to the OBR.
Budget unveils big tax, borrowing and spending plansThe Budget features a historic tax increase of £40 billion, with implications for income tax thresholds frozen until 2028.
OBR warns budget is unlikely to lift economic growth over next five yearsLabour's significant spending increases will not improve economic growth rates over the next five years, according to the OBR.
Budget unveils big tax, borrowing and spending plansThe Budget features a historic tax increase of £40 billion, with implications for income tax thresholds frozen until 2028.
What the papers say October 29Labour's first post-election Budget focuses on NHS revival amid warnings of potential service cutbacks and tax increases.
Premier Inn owner Whitbread ramps up cost-cutting plans as tax rise loomsWhitbread is intensifying cost-cutting measures in response to declining demand within the hospitality industry.
fromBusiness Insider4 months agoUkraine approves 'historic' war tax hike to help cover defense spendingUkraine's wartime tax increase aims to enhance military funding and support the national defense against ongoing Russian aggression.
Rachel Reeves faces 25bn tax hike to avoid austerity, says IFSA £25 billion tax increase is essential to prevent austerity and ensure public spending growth in Britain's budget.
Oregon businesses are spending millions to oppose a ballot measure that would give every resident a $1,600-a-year basic incomeOregon's Measure 118 proposes a corporate tax increase for universal basic income, facing strong opposition from both parties over budget concerns.
Downtown Miami owners oppose tax hike as they face quality of life and condo issuesResidents oppose a proposed tax increase due to declining quality of life and rising living costs, urging relief instead of further financial burdens.
What taxes might Rachel Reeves raise?Increasing taxes to address public finance deficit without burdening working people. Potential strategies include focusing on tax thresholds and capital gains tax.
Donald Trump closes transphobic Republican National Convention with long, lie-filled speechDonald Trump delivered the longest speech at the Republican National Convention, filled with false claims and criticisms.
Tax online giants to help kids' mental health, say Lib DemsLiberal Democrats propose increasing taxes on tech giants like Amazon and Google to fund mental health professionals in state schools.
Treasury warned Tories not to say it was behind Sunak's 2,000 tax hike claimA senior Treasury official warned Tory ministers not to attribute the claim of tax increase to civil servants.
Rishi Sunak's 2,000 Labour tax hike claim investigated by UK statistics regulatorThe UK's official statistics regulator is investigating the claim that Labour plans to hike household taxes by 2,000 if they win the election, which has sparked a heated political debate.
Bay Area voters to decide $20 billion affordable housing bond in NovemberBay Area voters to decide on $20 billion bond measure for affordable housing.
Kenya Explodes in Violence as Protesters Breach the Parliament BuildingKenyan protests erupted due to a tax increase bill, leading to violence and casualties across the nation.
California voters lose a shot at checking state and local tax hikes at the pollsThe California Supreme Court removed a tax increase restriction measure from the November ballot, preserving government functioning and existing tax approvals.
California voters lose a shot at checking state, local tax hikes at the pollsThe California Supreme Court removed a measure from the November ballot that aimed to make it harder to raise taxes.
California voters lose a shot at checking state and local tax hikes at the pollsThe California Supreme Court removed a tax increase restriction measure from the November ballot, preserving government functioning and existing tax approvals.
California voters lose a shot at checking state, local tax hikes at the pollsThe California Supreme Court removed a measure from the November ballot that aimed to make it harder to raise taxes.