Woman, 89, dies after tripping on car park speed bump
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.
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Labour axes WFH tax relief for English home workers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers' expenses from April. Discover how this budget change impacts you and what it means for the future.
Workers 'sabotage future' to avoid HMRC tax trap
Experts warn millions are refusing pay rises and promotions to sidestep a stealth tax, a move that could cost them hundreds of thousands over their career.
Purse stolen from elderly woman in Dudley
West Midlands Police are seeking a man after an 80-year-old woman had her purse, containing cash and a bank card, stolen on Birmingham New Road. Contact police with information.
National Living Wage rises to £12.71 per hour
Millions of UK workers receive a pay boost as the National Living Wage increases to £12.71. Find out how this change affects you and your finances.
Octogenarian Cyclist Hurt in Birmingham Car Crash
An 80-year-old cyclist was injured in a collision with a car at the junction of Yardley Wood Road and Chinn Brook Road in Moseley. He was treated by an off-duty nurse before hospital transfer.
Birmingham bin lorries blocked by protesters
Birmingham residents face bin collection delays after protesters blocked lorries at the Tyseley depot. Leave your bins out as collections will happen ASAP.
DWP payment delays costing claimants their jobs
Severe DWP payment delays for the Access to Work scheme are causing disabled benefit claimants to lose their jobs. Read the full investigation and expert warnings.
DWP told to change PIP after claimants 'leave' work
New DWP figures reveal for every disabled person entering work, another leaves. Experts warn against benefit cuts and call for flexible work reforms. Read the full analysis.
Thugs convicted for killing man, 83, in watch robbery
Tony Griffin and Wesley McDonnell found guilty of manslaughter after fatal attack on Neil O'Donnell in Hall Green. The elderly victim died from an infected arm injury sustained during the botched robbery.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
Emergency Workers Attacked in Birmingham Street
A police officer and paramedic were assaulted on Stratford Road after offering medical assistance. A 38-year-old man has been arrested. Read the full story.
Cowboy Builders Jailed for £86k Elderly Scam
Rogue builders William and Joseph Smith conned elderly victims out of £86,000 for shoddy roofing work, spending proceeds on Dubai holidays and Rolex watches. Learn how to protect yourself from similar scams.
Free bus pass times could change after government update
The government confirms councils have funding to let free bus pass holders travel before 9:30am. Find out how this could help pensioners and disabled people with early appointments and work.
Minister: Teachers Should Complain More Like Bin Workers
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
Peer worker transforms mental health care with lived experience
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
Man in court over £3,000 theft from 90-year-old
Cornel Birzoi, 53, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with fraud and theft targeting elderly men in the Black Country. Follow for live updates.
CCTV Appeal After £3k Theft from 90-Year-Old
Police release CCTV of three men after a 90-year-old man had £3,000 stolen from his car boot in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
£3k stolen from pensioner's car in Dudley
Police release CCTV of three men wanted after £3,000 was stolen from a 90-year-old man's car boot in Dudley. The victim had just withdrawn the cash. Contact police with information.
Council mental health absences continue to climb
Warwickshire County Council sees staff sickness levels stabilise, but stress and mental health remain the primary driver, accounting for over 16,800 lost days annually.
Two charged in Solihull elderly kidnapping fraud
Two men appear in court charged with kidnapping an 80-year-old woman with dementia and fraud in a bogus workmen scam in Solihull. Police urge vigilance.
Grandad, 83, sleeps on camp bed in 14-hour A&E ordeal
George Morris, 83, endured a 14-hour A&E wait where his family brought a camp bed for him to lie on. His daughter describes 'shameless' NHS conditions as pressure on emergency departments continues.
Hospice carer shares emotional Christmas Day shift
Healthcare Assistant Kathryn Edwards explains why working at Moya Cole Hospice on Christmas Day is a privilege. Support their Give the Gift of Care appeal.
Birmingham bin strike reaches 8-month milestone
Birmingham's bin strike enters its eighth month as union demands council restart negotiations. Thousands of households show support while workers face redundancy.
98-year-old evicted from care home after savings run out
Brenda Miles, 98, was given two days' notice to leave her care home after her £240,000 life savings were spent on fees. Her family condemns the council's handling of the case.
NHS staff face intimidation in flag-display areas
Exclusive: 45% of NHS managers report serious concerns about staff safety as St George's flags create intimidating environments for frontline workers, particularly minority ethnic staff.
Over-80s Pension Boost: How to Claim Extra £101 Weekly
Discover how thousands of Britons over 80 could be missing out on extra state pension payments worth over £100 weekly. Our guide explains eligibility and the simple claims process.
Millions of UK pensioners forced back to work
Exclusive investigation reveals how soaring inflation and inadequate state pension payments are driving record numbers of retirees back into employment to make ends meet.
Halloween Joy for Birmingham Care Home Residents
Residents at Greenacres Care Home in Birmingham enjoyed a hauntingly good time with Halloween celebrations featuring pumpkin carving, spooky decorations, and festive activities that brought the community together.
State pensioners to get £300 winter heating payment
Millions of state pensioners across Britain are set to receive a crucial £300 winter heating payment as part of government support during the ongoing cost of living emergency. Discover who qualifies and when payments will arrive.
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