Community
Arson Investigation Launched After Building Fire in Small Heath
Police and fire crews responded to a deliberate blaze on Somerville Road, Small Heath, early Saturday. No injuries reported, investigation ongoing.
Business
HMRC Updates VAT Road Fuel Scale Charges with New Bands Up to £2,233
HMRC has amended VAT road fuel scale charges effective from May 2026, with bands reaching up to £2,233 for high-emission vehicles. Businesses must apply new rates.
Culture
Red Arrows Dazzle Crowds at Cosford Air Show 2025
The Red Arrows performed a stunning display at the Cosford Air Show, drawing large crowds and showcasing precision flying.
Politics
Rachel Reeves Confirms 55p Per Mile Tax Relief for Work Car Use
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an increase in mileage allowance for work-related car travel from 45p to 55p per mile, backdated to April 2026.
Sport
Health
State pensioners get extra £262 a year with DWP category D
State pensioners aged 80+ can receive an extra £262 annually via the DWP category D pension, which rose to £110.77 weekly in April 2026.
Princess Kate's Favourite Cream Gets 88% Discount
The Rodial Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Creme, reportedly favoured by the Princess of Wales, is now available for £85, down from £750, offering shoppers an 88% saving.
Free TV Licences for Pensioners: Claim in 16 Minutes
State pensioners can reduce their TV Licence cost from £180 to £0 by claiming Pension Credit in just 16 minutes, unlocking up to £4,300 in benefits.
State Pensioners Get £48.15 Extra Weekly Through DWP Benefits
State pensioners caring for unwell partners can receive an extra £48.15 per week via Pension Credit. The DWP benefit includes Guarantee and Savings components.
DWP Confirms £459 for 69,000 Pensioners with Back Pain
The DWP has confirmed that 69,000 state pensioners with back pain can claim Attendance Allowance, worth up to £459 per month, to help with care costs.
TV & Film Quiz: British Screen Classics
From EastEnders and Doctor Who to James Bond, Only Fools and Horses and Wallace and Gromit, test your knowledge of classic British television and cinema. Lights, camera, quiz!
