DWP's 'unfair' state pension approach criticised
The DWP's one-size-fits-all state pension age of 66 is creating a £165,000 payment gap between UK regions. Experts call for a revamp. Discover the impact on your area.
The DWP's one-size-fits-all state pension age of 66 is creating a £165,000 payment gap between UK regions. Experts call for a revamp. Discover the impact on your area.
WASPI women receive a crucial update as the Labour government retakes the compensation decision. A finance expert calls the DWP's communication failure 'hard to believe'.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms tax-free pension entitlements will be protected in the Autumn Budget after a 20,000-strong petition. Discover the full story and what it means for you.
The government is reconsidering its decision to deny compensation to 3.6 million WASPI women, but warns not all will receive the £2,950 payout. Discover the latest developments.
Thousands of state pensioners born before 1953 will see weekly payments rise to £184.90 in 2026 under DWP Triple Lock. Find out how this affects your pension.
Exclusive investigation reveals how HMRC is deducting thousands from state pension payments to recover historic tax debts, leaving retirees facing financial uncertainty. Learn who's at risk and what you can do.
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.
A revolutionary new programme in the West Midlands is set to transform university access for underprivileged students through comprehensive support and financial assistance.
New analysis reveals Birmingham's troubling inequality landscape, with neighbourhoods among England's most deprived while others thrive. Discover which areas are most affected and what this means for the city's future.
Exclusive early rumours suggest Download Festival 2026 might break tradition with potential headliners including Rage Against The Machine and Bring Me The Horizon.
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an urgent warning to two specific groups of state pension recipients who risk having their payments stopped completely if they fail to act.
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.
Exclusive: Nearly 9 million state pensioners could be pushed into tax territory following April's 8.5% increase, with HMRC poised to collect billions.
A crucial development emerges in the long-running WASPI campaign as compensation talks accelerate, offering hope to 3.8 million women affected by state pension age changes.
Exclusive: Major DWP blunder leaves state pensioners facing unexpected financial shortfall as payments drop by £300. Full details on who's affected and what to do.
Groundbreaking research exposes Birmingham's deepest inequalities as ten neighbourhoods face extreme deprivation, with Aston and Bordesley Green among the worst affected areas.
Millions of state pensioners across the UK are set for a significant income increase next year as the triple lock mechanism promises another substantial rise. Discover how this will affect your payments.
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed significant changes to state pension payments that could affect millions of retirees across the UK. Discover what this means for your finances.
Former Birmingham City goalkeeper Ian Bennett speaks out against Joey Barton's inflammatory comments about female football pundits, calling the remarks 'embarrassing' and highlighting the progress of women's football.
Hundreds of women and allies are set to march through Walsall town centre in a powerful demonstration of solidarity following recent violent attacks on women in the area.
A major DWP reform means millions approaching state pension age will receive payments automatically - no complex forms or lengthy waits required.
Millions of UK pensioners could boost their retirement income by thousands through little-known tax-free pension rules. Discover how to maximise your pension pot legally.
Exclusive analysis reveals how upcoming DWP state pension age reforms could impact millions of Britons' retirement plans and financial futures.
The Women's Organisation brings its flagship national conference to Birmingham this October, featuring prominent speakers and tackling crucial issues facing women in business and leadership.
Exclusive analysis reveals government plans to accelerate state pension age increases, potentially forcing millions of Britons to work years longer than expected amid growing retirement uncertainty.
New official data exposes Birmingham as England's most deprived major city, with over half a million residents struggling in poverty-stricken neighbourhoods.
Millions of UK workers could be missing out on thousands in retirement income due to a simple pension misunderstanding. Discover how checking one crucial detail could transform your financial future.
The DWP has issued an urgent warning affecting thousands of state pensioners who could miss out on vital financial support worth thousands of pounds if they fail to act quickly.
The Department for Work and Pensions is exploring significant reforms to the State Pension system that could increase payments for millions of pensioners across the UK. Discover how these potential changes might affect your retirement planning.
Thousands of state pensioners are receiving urgent letters from the DWP about potential overpayments. Discover what this means for your payments and how to respond.