Individuals who sell secondhand items online are at risk of being investigated and fined by HMRC, a tax expert has warned.

In the latest furore over Labour's plans for property taxes, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reported to be considering taxing some of those who sell their home and make a profit.

Prices in Scotland are up 5.9 per cent to £191,927, while prices in the North West of England are up 5 per cent in that time.

Due to arrive within weeks, it will be the first time that a European Union nation has implemented a 150kmh speed limit on motorways.