Broadband Speed Test: Free Internet Speed Checker - Which?
WEBAug 1, 2024 — Compare broadband deals. Our free internet speed test checks your broadband speed in an instant. Find out if you're getting the superfast or ultrafast fibre Virgin, Sky, BT, EE, PlusNet and TalkTalk and other …
Car Tax Explained: Check New Rules And Rates - Which?
WEBFrom April 2024, you pay £190 for petrol and diesel cars, £180 for hybrids and alternative fuel cars. Zero-emission cars (such as electric vehicles) are exempt from car tax until 2025. After 2025, electric car owners will pay both a first year rate, and then the standard rate that owners of petrol and diesel cars currently pay.
TV Licence Explained - Which?
WEBMay 2, 2014 — Annual licence fee for a household with colour TV: £159. Annual licence fee for a household with black and white TV: £53.50. People in care homes or sheltered accommodation could be eligible for a £7.50 TV licence. People who are blind or partially sighted could be eligible for a £79.50 TV licence.
Income tax calculator 2024-25 - Which?
WEBthe basic rate (20% on taxable income between £12,571 and £50,270), the higher rate (40% on taxable income between £50,271-£125,140) and. the additional rate (45% on taxable income over £125,140). If you live in Scotland there are six income tax bands and rates above the tax-free personal allowance in 2024-25: the starter rate (19% on ...
Premium bonds: are they worth buying? - Which?
WEBMay 1, 2024 — Premium bonds are a savings product from National Savings & Investments (NS&I) which offer the chance of winning between £25 and £1m each month instead of paying interest. Each £1 you invest in premium bonds is given a unique number. All the numbers are put into a monthly draw to win tax-free …
Tax on savings interest and investment income - Which?
WEBSo, if you earn £14,000 a year from a part-time job and £5,000 in interest from savings, this is how you would be taxed in 2024-25: 0% on the first £12,570 income from your job = £0. 20% income tax on the remaining £1,430 from your wages (£14,000 less the £12,570 personal tax allowance) = £286. 0% tax on £3,570 of your savings (because ...
National insurance calculator - Which?
WEBApr 5, 2024 — National Insurance calculator. Calculate the amount of National Insurance you can expect to pay in the 2024-25, 2023-24, 2022-23 and 2021-22 tax years. Anyone who earns income in the UK may need to pay National Insurance (NI) - whether you're employed or self-employed. The amount you pay will vary …
National Insurance rates and contributions - Which?
WEBIn 2024-25, the Class 2 flat rate of National Insurance has been abolished and the Class 4 rate has fallen to 6% on profits between £12,570 and £50,270, and remains at 2% on profits over £50,270. In 2023-24, Class 2 contributions were £3.45 a week and paid if your profits were more than £12,570 a year.
Capital gains tax allowances and rates - Which?
WEBCapital gains tax rates for 2024-25. If you make a gain after selling a property, you'll pay 18% capital gains tax (CGT) as a basic-rate taxpayer, or 24% if you pay a higher rate of tax. Gains from selling other assets are charged at 10% for basic-rate taxpayers, and 20% for higher-rate taxpayers. You'll only need to pay these rates on the ...
My5: Channel 5's Catch-Up TV Service - Which?
WEBDec 28, 2023 — My5 (previously called Demand 5) is the on-demand service of Channel 5, enabling you to catch-up on TV programmes shown on channels such as Channel 5, 5Star and 5USA. Compared to the likes of BBC iPlayer and ITVX, My5 is a touch limited in terms of functionality, but you can still enjoy free on-demand entertainment on various devices.