DWP minister Stephen Timms has ruled out a state pension-level income for terminally ill people under 66, but outlined existing fast-track benefit support. Learn about the Special Rules for End of Life.
An inquest opens into the violent death of 17-year-old Lainie Williams in Cefn Fforest, Gwent. Her mother was also injured. A man awaits trial for murder.
A coroner's jury found missed tests for a rare brain disorder and inadequate care possibly contributed to the death of 12-year-old Mia Lucas after she was sectioned.
Labour MP Sonia Kumar hits back at Dudley Conservatives after being accused of misleading Parliament over Ladies Walk Health Centre closure claims. Get the full story.
An inquest hears Elizabeth Bury died from injuries sustained after falling on a speed bump. The coroner has filed a report to prevent future deaths.
A police watchdog has ruled an officer will not face misconduct action after Ayuub Abdi fell to his death in Birmingham when Tasered. Read the full investigation details.
An inquest hears 12-year-old Mia Lucas had treatable autoimmune encephalitis, not just psychosis, before her death in a mental health unit. Read the full investigation.
Inquest into Hayley Dowell's death after cosmetic surgery in Istanbul is postponed. The coroner raises concerns over Brits seeking elective procedures abroad.
An inquest hears how devoted pensioners David and Susan Jeffcock jumped from Whitby cliffs in a suicide pact after his cancer diagnosis. Read the full tragic story.
The DWP is reviewing Carer's Allowance overpayments for 185,000 unpaid carers, with debts potentially being written off. Discover the latest on this major policy shift.
The DWP has announced the first full review of Personal Independence Payment, co-chaired by disabled experts. Find out how this historic change puts lived experience at the forefront.
Kyle Oldfield died from acute cocaine toxicity hours after discussing moving plans with friends. Coroner rules out suicide in this tragic drug-related death.
A West Midlands police officer has described his shock after a man he Tasered fell from a third-floor window and died. Read the full inquest details.
The DWP has clarified that PIP claimants must currently opt-in to have assessments recorded, but plans to switch to automatic recording with opt-out options in future reforms.
Derrion Adams, 29, died from synthetic cannabinoid complications at HMP Birmingham. The inquest revealed ongoing contraband issues via drones. Read the full investigation.
Ayuub Abdi, 34, fell to his death after being tasered by police while climbing through a window in Handsworth. The inquest continues as family pays tribute.
Ceri Ball, 74, tragically died after choking on a mouthful of steak while on holiday in Spain with her husband. Read the full heartbreaking story.
An inquest hears how Ayuub Abdi, 34, fell to his death in Handsworth after attacking housemates. Read the full details from the Birmingham Coroner's Court proceedings.
The heartbroken family of Ayuub Abdi pay tribute after his fatal fall during a police interaction. Read the full story of this Birmingham tragedy.
Paula Ivers, a paediatric nurse, died from a torn aorta after being sent home from Tameside Hospital A&E with a diagnosis of indigestion. An inquest hears of alleged failings in her care.
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after Stephen Lovatt was found dead in a flat on Linfield Road, Hanley. Police are appealing for information.
A new online PIP test helps claimants check if they meet the proposed DWP points threshold. Labour's Stephen Timms leads a review ahead of potential 2026 changes.
Glen Powell leads the new adaptation of Stephen King's The Running Man. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the dystopian thriller in cinemas now.
Benjamin Pesian, 25, died after falling from The Cube during psychotic episode. Inquest examines mental health care and systemic failures. Full hearing set for 2026.
The DWP has ruled out immediate PIP changes for lifelong conditions like Type 1 diabetes. A comprehensive review, co-produced with disabled people, will report in autumn 2026.
Labour confirms Carer's Allowance is under review as over 144,000 carers face £251m in overpayment debts. Discover the impact and calls for reform.
BBC Radio Wales presenter Lynda Shahwan was found dead just days after being discharged from a Canadian hospital following a car crash. The inquest hears details.
Stephen Bates convicted of murdering Martin O'Donovan, 47, by running him down with a Ford Fiesta hours after a family party. Read the full tragic story from Liverpool Crown Court.
An inquest is underway into the death of baby George Dosanjh, who died days after an emergency caesarean at Royal Stoke University Hospital in 2022. Read the latest details.
An inquest hears the mystery surrounding the death of Derrion Adams, 29, at HMP Birmingham. A suspected spice vape was found after he was seen 'staggering' on the wing. Discover the full story.