Insulation cuts threaten jobs and leave homes cold
Experts warn cutting the £1.3bn ECO insulation scheme will plunge households into fuel poverty and cost 10,000 skilled jobs. Read why industry leaders are urging a rethink.
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Metro Route Highlights Dudley's Wealth Gap
The new Midlands Metro line into Dudley passes through some of the borough's most deprived wards, revealing stark inequalities in unemployment and housing. Discover the data behind the divide.
Devon auto-enrols 1,300 more children for free school meals
A policy change in Devon automatically enrols eligible children for free school meals, helping over 1,300 more pupils. Discover how this initiative supports families.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: Think Tank Backs Move
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to scrap the two-child benefit limit is defended as 'targeted and fair' by experts, with 70% of gains going to working families. Discover how this change tackles child poverty.
Universal Credit payments to rise for families from 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget. Find out when your Universal Credit payments will increase and by how much.
Starmer won't apologise for £26bn tax rises
PM Keir Starmer refuses to apologise for £26bn Autumn Budget tax increases, defending the move as necessary to lift children out of poverty. Read the full political fallout.
£150 Energy Bill Cut for UK Households from 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £150 cut to average energy bills from April 2026 by scrapping the ECO scheme. Discover how this impacts your cost of living.
Reeves Confirms Universal Credit Boost
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces the two-child benefit cap will be scrapped, giving thousands of families a major Universal Credit increase from April next year.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped in Budget Leak
The OBR has accidentally confirmed the two-child benefit cap will be axed from April 2026, costing £2.3bn. Read the full details of the leaked Budget.
Budget Scraps Two-Child Cap, Aiding 67,000 Kids
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in the Autumn Budget, a move that will directly help 67,230 of Birmingham's poorest children and their families.
Birmingham's Toy Appeal: Donate Toys for Christmas
Help a child in poverty this Christmas. Donate a toy in Birmingham to trigger a £5 donation to The Toy Appeal, providing gift sacks for children across the UK.
UK homes warned over dangerous kitchen sponges
Health experts warn UK households to replace kitchen sponges immediately. A single sponge can harbour more germs than a toilet seat, posing a serious foodborne illness risk.
Sainsbury's £2 Christmas Donation to Fight Food Poverty
Sainsbury's customers can add a £2 donation at checkout to support Comic Relief's food poverty initiative this Christmas. The supermarket aims to provide millions of meals.
Sainsbury's £2 Christmas Donation to Fight Food Poverty
Sainsbury's urges customers to donate £2 this Christmas to help combat food poverty. The initiative, in partnership with Comic Relief, runs until December 24.
Reeves confirms end to two-child benefit cap
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the controversial two-child benefit cap, giving Universal Credit claimants up to £586 extra per month. Find out how this affects you.
Families to get extra £292 a month from Wednesday
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to scrap the two-child benefit cap in her Budget, giving families on Universal Credit an extra £292.81 per month. Find out how this change affects you.
British Gas £2,000 energy debt grants available
British Gas launches its Energy Support Fund, offering grants of up to £2,000 to help customers clear energy debt this winter. Apply now for vital financial help.
Midlands towns named among England's poorest areas
New data reveals nearly half of Birmingham's neighbourhoods are highly deprived, as the Midlands features heavily in England's top 50 poorest areas list. Discover the full rankings.
Zink Wins 'Charity Oscars' for Microjobs Poverty Fight
Derbyshire charity Zink wins a top CSJ Award for its microjobs scheme, helping 75% of participants into sustainable work. Discover how they're transforming lives.
Ice sculpture reveals UK fuel poverty crisis
A striking ice sculpture of terraced homes unveiled in London exposes the fuel poverty crisis leaving millions freezing. Campaign urges action as energy bills remain £500 above pre-crisis levels.
Energy price cap rises to £1,758 from January
Ofgem announces a new energy price cap of £1,758 for January-March. Despite a small rise, bills remain critically high, sparking calls for government action on fuel poverty.
Walsall caterer fined £5k over mouse droppings
A Walsall wedding caterer was hit with a £5,000+ court bill after environmental health found mouse droppings and chew marks. Check food hygiene ratings before booking.
Free Breakfast Clubs Save Families £450 a Year
The government's free breakfast club expansion will save families £450 and 95 hours yearly, aiding the cost of living crisis. Over 500,000 children to benefit.
British Gas offers £1,700 energy debt grants
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
127 More Free Breakfast Clubs for Birmingham Schools
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a major expansion of free breakfast clubs in Birmingham's most deprived schools to tackle child poverty and help families with the cost of living.
OVO Energy £360 cash boost for Portsmouth residents
OVO Energy hosts Portsmouth community event providing free energy-saving products and advice that could save households £360 annually. Get support this winter.
DWP urged to boost Cold Weather Payments by £15
Experts call for £15 increase to Cold Weather Payments and advance payments as millions disconnect heating. Will the DWP act to protect vulnerable households?
Starmer's vow on Birmingham child poverty crisis
PM Keir Starmer makes personal pledge to tackle Birmingham's child poverty emergency but faces mounting pressure to scrap controversial two-child benefit cap ahead of Budget.
Pensioner's life transformed by £5,740 benefit claim
A retired cancer survivor from Berkshire, struggling with just £10 after bills, secured £5,740 a year after a quick call to Age UK. Discover how 1.1 million Brits could be missing out.
DWP £150 energy bill lifeline for UK households
Over 6 million UK households to receive a £150 Warm Home Discount this winter. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim this vital support.
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