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Hawley pitches massive increase to child tax credit
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) is proposing a huge expansion of the child tax credit (CTC), setting up a potential fight with budget hawks as GOP lawmakers work to hash out their priority tax bill. ...The Hill - 14h -
Council tax to rise to fund up to £330m for police
The Home Office says funding for forces in England and Wales will rise by 3.5% in 2025-26.BBC News - 16h -
Former Tory minister Clark joins Labour’s industrial strategy council
Advisers also include John Kingman and Shriti VaderaFinancial Times - 1d -
Residents react to council's bin shrinking plans
People living in Kirklees could see their waste bins replaced with alternatives 25% smaller.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Freedom Caucus says taxes come second
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Freedom Caucus backs strategy for Trump The hardline conservative House Freedom ...The Hill - 4d -
Many Americans face tax increases in 2026 if tax cuts are not passed
Many Americans will face a tax increase in 2026 if the 2017 tax cuts are not extended, according to a new analysis by the Tax Foundation. Richard Rubin, a U.S. tax policy reporter for the Wall ...CBS News - 4d -
African Union chairperson candidates advocate for permanent UN Security Council seats
Three African leaders seeking to head the African Union have detailed their plans for regional security amid conflicts and political coups while strongly advocating for inter-Africa tradeABC News - 4d -
District councils face scrapping in major overhaul of English local government
Devolution white paper aims to create larger authorities and more elected mayorsFinancial Times - 4d -
Middle and higher earners face increasing tax burden
Budget measures combine with legacy ones to raise tax billsFinancial Times - 4d -
Treasury expands language for IRA biogas tax credit
The Treasury Department’s rule for implementing the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) renewable energy tax credits will incorporate new language that will provide greater benefits for operations that ...The Hill - 5d -
Scores of English council accounts to be published without auditor approval
Lengthy backlogs caused by chronic lack of capacity in local government and audit marketFinancial Times - 5d -
Australia to introduce ‘news tax’ on tech companies
Move is designed to close loophole after Meta walked away from existing deal to use media contentFinancial Times - 6d -
Thune expects tax package by summer: 'Failure is not an option'
Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) reaffirmed his objective to prioritize swift tax reform in the 119th Congress as well as legislation supporting border security and the energy ...The Hill - 6d -
Consult us on inheritance tax, farmers urge PM
Farmers driving tractors stage another protest against the Budget changes in central London.BBC News - 6d -
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Adidas' German headquarters raided in connection with tax investigation
Adidas' German headquarters was raided as authorities investigate a yearslong tax concern.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
Weiner launches exploratory committee for NYC City Council run
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-N.Y.) launched an exploratory committee to potentially run for New York City Council, 13 years after resigning from Congress amid a sexting scandal. Weiner, 60, ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Janet Yellen, Jason Miller Take Stage at WSJ CEO Council
Jason Miller, Janet Yellen, Michael Casey and more will discuss Trump’s agenda, the economy and cybersecurity at the summit Tuesday afternoon.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 10 -
Birmingham equal pay deal raises doubt over council’s bankruptcy
Authority to pay about £250mn to settle historic dispute, far less than previously expectedFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Thousands to get payouts as Birmingham City Council agrees equal pay deal
Settling the thousands of long-running claims is a "good day for low-paid women", Unison says.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Tax Cuts Were Top of Mind at the Tax Foundation’s Annual ‘Prom’
Republican control of Washington and a tax bill next year have corporate America excited — and on edge.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Birmingham to settle equal pay claim that tipped council into bankruptcy
Payout likely to be lower than original top-end estimate of £760mn which has led to steep service cuts and asset salesFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Labour council leader quits over alleged sex messages to refugees
Police are investigating Edinburgh councillor Cammy Day following an allegation of inappropriate behaviour.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
New York City Council Sues Adams for Blocking Solitary Confinement Ban
The lawsuit charges that Mayor Eric Adams exceeded his authority when he declared a state of emergency to block a ban on the practice in city jails.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Police investigating Labour council leader
Scottish Labour confirmed Cammy Day has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Trump's tariffs: A tax on American consumers
President-elect Donald Trump has promised to impose across-the-board tariffs on imported goods from some allies and adversaries, claiming that foreign nations will pay such taxes to the U.S. ...CBS News - Dec. 8 -
New UK planning rules will bypass councils to fast-track housebuilding
Housing secretary Angela Rayner says ministers will be ‘grasping the nettle’ in system overhaulFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Plans to expand university backed by council
New buildings could be built, with new schools of medicine and business included in the proposals.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Quarry developer asks council to pay appeal costs
A firm is hoping to claim money from the local council ahead of a planning decision on an airfield.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
No need for 'large' council tax hikes - Robison
The finance secretary says a record funding deal should prevent an increase - but the decision will rest with local authorities.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
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Top Republicans collide on strategy for Trump tax agenda
House and Senate Republicans are clashing over how to advance President-elect Trump's tax agenda after incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) offered a plan that would put off tax ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Councils call for cash to cover homeless bill shortfall
The Local Government Association says a freeze on central funding has cost councils nearly £740m since 2019.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
These parts of Trump's tax cut law expire in 2026
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made huge permanent cuts to corporate and business taxes while making temporary cuts to individual taxes to limit the bill’s expansionary effects on the ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Yellowknife city council drops city-run dog pound from budget
Yellowknife city council removed $550,000, intended to operate its own dog pound, from the city's draft budget on Monday.Council made the unanimous decision as part of its budget review. The city's ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Bitcoin buyer sues council over £600m 'lost in tip'
James Howells believes the hard drive is now worth about £600m since the recent Bitcoin surge.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
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Huge sinkhole is still growing, council leader warns
It could be months until evacuated residents are able to return to their homes, one homeowner says.BBC News - Dec. 2
