Aston Villa Predicted XI vs Arsenal: Three Changes Expected
Unai Emery is set to make three changes for Aston Villa's crucial Premier League clash with Arsenal. Get the full predicted line-up and team news here.
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New Child Poverty Strategy Aims to Help Thousands in Birmingham
The government's landmark Child Poverty Strategy promises to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include scrapping the two-child benefit cap and ending unlawful B&B placements.
Ghost Drug Line Dealer Jailed for Over Five Years
Reece Winter, 27, ran a 'ghost' drug line in Tamworth, sending thousands of messages. He was jailed for over five years. Read the full story of the police investigation.
Drugs line runner jailed for over five years in Tamworth
Reece Winter, 27, imprisoned for running a 'ghost' line that sent 2,800 drug sale messages. Staffordshire Police warn of networks exploiting vulnerability. Report drug dealing.
Midlands 'Croc Line' drug dealers jailed
Five drug dealers who ran the 'Croc line' in Leicester, selling crack cocaine and heroin via bulk text messages, have been sentenced to a total of over 17 years in prison. Police urge the public to report drug dealing.
Wolves predicted XI for vital Forest Premier League clash
Rob Edwards is expected to make key changes to his Wolves side for the must-win Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest at Molineux. Get the full predicted line-up and team news here.
Aston Villa Predicted XI vs Brighton: Two Changes & Watkins Decision
Unai Emery is set to make two key changes to his Aston Villa side for the crucial European clash against Brighton. See the full predicted line-up and tactical analysis here.
Starmer defends Autumn Budget tax rises
PM Sir Keir Starmer defends the £26bn tax hike in Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, stating it's needed to improve public services and tackle child poverty. Read his full speech.
OVO Issues £300 Energy Savings at London Event
OVO Energy's community event in London offered free advice and products, aiming to save households £300 annually. Get support and cut your bills this winter.
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.
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.
Wolves predicted XI: Two changes for Villa clash
Rob Edwards is set to make two changes to his Wolves side as they search for their first Premier League win against Aston Villa. Full predicted line-up and analysis inside.
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.
Aston Villa predicted line-up vs Wolves
Unai Emery is set to make six changes to his Aston Villa side for the Premier League clash against Wolves. Discover the full predicted line-up and team news here.
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.
Birmingham City predicted line-up vs West Brom
Birmingham City aim for the play-offs in a crucial derby against West Brom. Our predicted line-up analysis reveals key team news and tactical decisions.
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.
Drugs dealer jailed for over six years in Derby
Daanish Bhatti jailed for 6+ years after police found a hidden car key leading to a £30,000 drugs haul. He exploited vulnerable people across Derby. Report suspicious activity.
Man, 73, missing after Disney Wonder overboard fall
A 73-year-old Australian man is missing after falling from the Disney Wonder cruise ship. Crews searched for five hours but were unable to locate him. Read the full story.
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