DWP's new bank check powers: 6 details shared
The DWP gains powers to check claimants' bank accounts for six key details from 2026. Learn which benefits are targeted and what data will be shared.
The DWP gains powers to check claimants' bank accounts for six key details from 2026. Learn which benefits are targeted and what data will be shared.
Birmingham and East Midlands Airports announce 19 new flight routes for 2026, including destinations in Poland, Switzerland, and Turkey. Bookings are now open.
Lidl launches new supermarkets in Burntwood and Brough this January, with 19 more planned nationwide. Discover launch day offers and a £43m store upgrade plan.
Ofsted's new inspection system replaces one-word grades with detailed report cards. See the first ratings for West Midlands schools and what the changes mean for parents.
Mark your diaries! The dramatic final of The Traitors UK 2026 airs on BBC One and iPlayer on Friday 23rd January at 8:30pm. Discover who wins the prize fund.
Harry Styles has sent fans a cryptic voice note snippet of a new song, 'We Belong Together', fuelling rumours of a 2026 album and tour. Get all the latest updates here.
Harry Styles fans are convinced a new album is coming in 2026 after cryptic posters and a 'We Belong Together' website appeared. Get all the latest HS4 rumours and details here.
Rumours are swirling that Harry Styles has booked multiple shows at New York's Madison Square Garden in 2026. Get all the details on the potential tour and the cryptic clues fuelling speculation.
Mortgage expert Sam Fox forecasts a solid year for UK buyers in 2026, with falling rates and new products boosting affordability. Discover regional trends and top tips for securing a mortgage.
A new flu variant, Subclade K, is spreading in the UK with distinctive high fevers. Hospital admissions surge as trusts declare critical incidents. Health officials urge vaccination.
Harry Styles fans are in meltdown as cryptic billboards and a secret website hint at his long-awaited music return in 2026. Discover all the clues here.
Lego announces its first-ever Pokémon collection, featuring Pikachu and Eevee, launching February 27. Prices start at £54.99, with exclusive sets for Lego Insiders. Read the full details.
JD Wetherspoons launches a new Buckinghamshire pub today and confirms its first overseas location in Spain for 2026. Full list of confirmed openings inside.
Households in England will receive four new bins from March 2026 under Simpler Recycling rules. Discover the 31 banned items and how the new system will affect you.
The Night of Ascension, Isra and Miraj, falls on Friday 16 January 2026. Discover the significance, traditions, and how British Muslims mark this sacred event.
The Government unveils new powers for councils to ban pavement parking across England, aiming to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians. Find out how it will work.
Transport bosses warn the West Midlands will lose 'meaningful control' over its railway services if a crucial devolution deal with the government is not renewed this month. Read the urgent call to action.
ITV postpones Love Island All Stars 2026 launch after villa evacuation due to South African wildfires. Get the latest on the new start date and cast updates.
Rochdale celebrates its New Year Honours recipients, including Lioness Keira Walsh MBE, and looks ahead to long-term investment in the town's future. Discover the stories behind the awards.
West Midlands Police deploy Section 60 powers after racist abuse and assaults at protests outside a Sutton Coldfield hotel housing asylum seekers. Stay informed on community safety.
Discount retail giant Home Bargains has announced the exact sites for 18 new stores across the UK, with ambitions to grow its estate to 1,000 shops. Read the full list of locations here.
Local councils gain new powers to issue £100 fines for pavement parking. The move aims to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and parents with pushchairs. Find out how this affects your area.
Birmingham City Council gets new powers to ban dangerous pavement parking from 2026. Residents with pushchairs and mobility scooters welcome the crackdown.
One Direction's Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson have been spotted filming a new Netflix road trip series in New Orleans, marking a major reunion nearly ten years after the band's hiatus. Discover the details.
Bruno Mars reveals his first global tour in a decade, 'The Romantic Tour', including two nights at London's Wembley Stadium in July 2026. Get ticket and presale details here.
The government launches a consultation on tougher penalties, including vehicle seizure, for drivers using illegal 'ghost plates' designed to evade ANPR cameras. Have your say by March 31.
Nottingham's Mellors Group buys North Yorkshire's Lightwater Valley for £3m, promising new rides and a family-focused revival in 2026. Discover the plans.
Leading UK family charities reveal simple New Year resolutions for parents to boost children's wellbeing in 2026. From phone safety to emotional support, discover small changes with a big impact.
Millions of UK pensioners will see their income rise from April 2026, with the full state pension increasing by £575. Discover how the triple lock impacts your payments.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood in the 2026 King's New Year Honours for his transformative work in higher education and inclusion.