Martin Lewis condemns OBR Budget leak blunder
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis delivers harsh verdict on OBR's accidental Budget forecast publication. Read his full reaction and what it means for the economy.
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Reeves' Autumn Budget: Key Measures Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers Autumn Budget with tax changes, NHS funding and economic reforms. Full breakdown of all major announcements affecting UK households.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Key Tax and Economy Facts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Budget 2025 with tax rises on property, pensions and EVs. OBR forecasts show economic growth revised to 1.5% for 2025. Discover the full details.
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.
HMRC to tax pensioners with average savings
State pensioners with average savings face HMRC tax bills as the Personal Savings Allowance remains frozen. Discover how the Autumn Budget impacts your savings.
Birmingham Health Centres Upgrade to Cut Waiting Lists
Stockland Green and Summerfield health centres in Birmingham will transform into neighbourhood health hubs with GPs, dentists and pharmacists under one roof as part of a national NHS initiative to reduce waiting times.
Stepping Hill Hospital Honours Long-Serving Staff & Volunteers
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates over 150 years of volunteer service and 2,720 years of staff dedication in special awards ceremonies. Read more about the local heroes.
NHS workforce crisis as foreign doctor exodus grows
The GMC warns the NHS could face catastrophic staff shortages as foreign-trained doctors leave. A 26% exodus increase threatens healthcare delivery. Read the critical report.
West Midlands plugs £120m transport budget gap
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
Gran's joy as new cancer drug approved for NHS
A Birmingham grandmother's campaign helps secure NHS approval for a next-generation myeloma treatment, allowing her to see her grandchildren grow up. Discover this life-extending story.
Birmingham's worst GP surgeries according to patients
Exclusive: Patient survey reveals Birmingham GP surgeries with the poorest ratings. Discover if your local practice made the list as government plans service overhaul.
Birmingham Hospital Secures Prestigious Double Gold Awards
Practice Plus Group Hospital in Birmingham earns dual Gold awards for outstanding patient safety and data quality. Discover how this impacts NHS and private care.
7 Tax Loopholes to Use Before Autumn Budget
Discover seven legal ways to reduce your tax bill ahead of the November budget. Act now to protect your savings from potential income tax rises.
Reeves Scraps Income Tax Rise in Budget U-Turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons plans to increase income tax, breaking a key manifesto pledge. Discover the £50bn funding gap and the alternative tax strategies now being considered.
Reeves' Budget: Fuel Duty Hike and New EV Charges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to target motorists in the Autumn Budget with a potential £100 annual fuel duty increase and new pay-per-mile charges for electric vehicles. Discover the full impact.
Man's death fall from Birmingham Cube revealed
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.
18,000 NHS jobs cut in major health service shake-up
Major NHS England restructuring sees 18,000 staff facing redundancy as health service merges with Department of Health. Voluntary redundancy scheme explained.
18,000 NHS jobs cut in major England health shake-up
Major NHS restructuring will eliminate 18,000 roles across England as ministers aim to reduce bureaucracy. Unions warn of disruption to patient services and loss of vital expertise.
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.
Urgent Birmingham Blood Donor Plea This Winter
NHS issues urgent plea for O negative, B negative and Ro subtype blood donors in Birmingham. Over 136,000 appointments need filling to boost winter stocks and save lives.
Baby dies hours after birth - NHS investigation
A newborn baby died just hours after birth at Birmingham's Heartlands Hospital, prompting a major internal investigation and heartfelt family tribute to their 'perfect' son.
Rachel Reeves Overhauls VED: Luxury Car Tax Hike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major Vehicle Excise Duty reforms targeting luxury cars and gas-guzzlers while offering relief for ordinary drivers in Labour's first budget.
NHS Critical Incident: Birmingham Hospitals Overwhelmed
The NHS has declared a critical incident across Birmingham and Solihull as unprecedented demand pushes two major hospitals to breaking point, with patients facing 'extremely long waits' and ambulances queuing outside.
Villa fan's 70-mile NHS commute to matches
Discover how dedicated NHS worker and Villa supporter Adam Smith makes an extraordinary 140-mile daily round trip from Northampton to Birmingham, balancing his passion for football with his healthcare career.
Birmingham's 12-year life expectancy gap revealed
Shocking new data reveals a 12-year life expectancy gap between Birmingham's wealthiest and poorest neighbourhoods, with deprivation creating a health crisis in the UK's second city.
Mum died weeks after hospital sent her home with paracetamol
A grieving daughter demands answers after her 55-year-old mother died from sepsis weeks after being sent home from hospital with mere painkillers, despite showing clear signs of serious infection.
Birmingham Council meeting disrupted by protestors
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.
2025 Budget: Tax Rises Expected in November
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing significant tax increases in the November 2025 Budget amid challenging economic forecasts, with experts predicting tough decisions ahead for UK households and businesses.
Protesters halt Birmingham Council tax hike vote
Chaos erupted at Birmingham Council House as protesters stormed the chamber, forcing councillors to flee and halting a controversial 21% tax increase vote in dramatic scenes.
Birmingham NHS worker Aaron reaches Bake Off final
Meet Aaron Middleton, the Birmingham NHS worker turned Great British Bake Off finalist whose incredible journey from hospital shifts to Hollywood handshakes has captured the nation's heart.
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