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HMRC is preparing to collect billions of pounds in tax by the end of the month as the self-assessment deadline looms for the self-employed. For many taxpayers, the rules governing how and when tax is paid could result in a shock bill that is far higher than anticipated.Self-employed workers across the UK are approaching a tough tax deadline at the end of this month, with some people facing bills far higher than they expect. Anyone who works for themselves must submit their self-assessment tax return and pay what they owe by January 31.However, HMRC rules mean many people are also…

The UK was not involved “in any way” in the US-led strikes on Venezuela, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said.Sir Keir said he had not yet spoken to US President Donald Trump about the US operation to seize President Nicolas Maduro in the country’s capital, Caracas.Asked if he condemned the US action, as a number of other UK politicians have, he told reporters he wanted to “establish facts” and speak to Trump first about the “fast moving situation”.The prime minister also said he was working with the UK embassy in Venezuela to ensure around 500 British citizens in the…

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has flown back to the UK after a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.The 36-year-old was a passenger in a Lexus SUV that collided with a stationary truck on a major expressway near Lagos on Monday.Joshua’s close friends and team members Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele died in the crash. Their funerals will take place at a London mosque on Sunday.Joshua was taken to hospital and was discharged on Wednesday.Driver Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, was charged at Sagamu Magistrates’ Court on Friday. Police sources told the BBC…

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has delivered his verdict on Donald Trump’s decision to launch airstrikes against Venezuela this morning.The US President also confirmed American special forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife shortly after the 30-minute aerial blitz. Mr Farage, who has been friends with Mr Trump since 2016, delivered a surprising response to the operation earlier this morning.The Reform UK leader said: “The American actions in Venezuela overnight are unorthodox and contrary to international law — but if they make China and Russia think twice, it may be a good thing. “I hope the Venezuelan people…

Prince William and Princess Kate share a unique connection with Irish popstar Chris de Burgh, it has been revealed.Famous for his hit songs, Lady in Red and A Spaceman Came Travelling, Mr de Burgh is related to the Prince and Princess of Wales through a distant relation spanning back to the 14th century.According to genealogical research, the trio are all linked to King Edward III and his wife Philippa of Hainault, who worked as his political advisor in 1346.Their son Lionel of Antwerp, Duke of Clarence, married the Irish heiress Elizabeth de Burgh, Countess of Ulster, who is distantly related…

Britain is bracing for a week of bitterly cold weather, with temperatures forecast to fall as low as minus 10°C. The deep freeze could trigger Cold Weather Payment for vulnerable households facing higher heating bills.The Department for Work and Pensions scheme provides extra financial support when local temperatures are recorded as, or forecast to be, zero degrees or below for seven consecutive days. An Arctic blast driven by a Scandinavian low-pressure system is expected to keep much of the country in freezing conditions over the next week, with lows ranging from zero to minus 10°C in some areas.Met Office meteorologist…

Woodside Animal Welfare TrustWoodside Animal Welfare Trust said the greyhound, called Bobby, had been at the rescue since February 2023After more than 1,000 days at an animal sanctuary, a rescue dog has been rehomed after being “repeatedly overlooked”.Woodside Animal Welfare Trust in Plymouth said the greyhound called Bobby arrived at the sanctuary in February 2023. Staff at the sanctuary said they feared the ex-racing dog was about to spend another year in the kennel after 1,064 days there. The trust said Bobby and his new owner Peter Hart, an experienced dog owner, instantly “hit it off” and he was taken…

But Stokes will lead an XI that is almost unrecognisable from the last Test of the previous Ashes series in 2023. England will have five survivors. If Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood had been fit, Australia could have had as many as nine.There was a thought before this series that it could be decided by which skipper urges his body through the most time on the field.Cummins has played just one game and has won. Stokes will complete a Test series for the first time in two years and still be beaten.Australia have a ready-made captaincy deputy in Steve Smith…

Trafford CouncilGeorge Street in AltrinchamA free walking trail is offering visitors and locals alike a chance to step back in time and explore a town’s rich heritage.It uncovers Altrincham’s past from the town’s medieval roots in northern Cheshire, right through to World War One.The self-guided,10-stop trail starts at Altrincham Interchange and finishes at Goose Green in the Greater Manchester town.Along the way, it takes in Old Market Place, St George’s Church, Altrincham Town Hall and Altrincham Market.Trafford CouncilStamford New Road in AltrinchamGothic architecture, royal visits, wartime hardships, forgotten ale houses, famous residents and the site of a one-time whipping post…

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