DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
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Heartbreaking 25% surge in UK pet abandonment
The RSPCA reports a devastating 25% rise in pet abandonment across England and Wales. With winter approaching, the charity urges struggling owners to seek help. #CostOfLivingCrisis
Dog breeder banned after £140k welfare conviction
Tracy Hovell, who claimed to be the UK's best Labradoodle breeder, has been banned from owning animals for five years after being convicted of animal welfare offences. Read the full story.
Survey: Nearly Half of Families Worry About Older Drivers
New IAM RoadSmart survey reveals 46% of UK adults have discussed driving safety with older relatives. Charity calls for licence renewal review as government considers new road safety strategy.
Attenborough's 'saddest TV moment' with wild dogs
Sir David Attenborough's new BBC series captures the heartbreaking story of a three-legged wild dog's fatal crocodile attack and his pack's heroic rescue attempt. Watch the emotional footage.
Wolverhampton breeder banned after dogs found dead
Joshua Johnson from Wolverhampton is banned from keeping animals after RSPCA found starving dogs and five dead pets in horrific conditions. See the shocking details.
Wolverhampton dog horror: Five dead, four starved
Shocking details emerge from failed breeder Joshua Johnson's Wolverhampton home where five dogs died and four were found starving. See the full story and RSPCA response.
Home Office secretly paid boyband for anti-radicalisation songs
Revealed: UK Home Office secretly funded Mr Meanor boyband to perform anti-radicalisation songs in Muslim-area schools. Discover the covert campaign details.
I'm A Celebrity slammed by charity over animal trials
Animal rights charity PETA demands ITV's I'm A Celebrity be taken off air, citing severe stress and trauma to creatures used in Bushtucker Trials. Read the full story and ITV's response.
Five dogs starved to death by Wolverhampton breeder
Joshua Johnson, 28, starved five dogs to death at his Wolverhampton home. The RSPCA prosecution revealed horrific neglect. Read the full court report.
I'm a Celeb 2025: Real Animals in Bushtucker Trials?
Discover the rules around live insects and animals in I'm a Celebrity's Bushtucker Trials for 2025. Find out what happens to the creatures after filming ends.
New PIP test shows if claimants meet DWP threshold
A new online PIP test helps claimants check if they meet the proposed DWP points threshold. Labour's Stephen Timms leads a review ahead of potential 2026 changes.
Universal Credit health element cut for new claimants
New Universal Credit claimants with health conditions will receive nearly 50% less support from April 2026. Discover how these controversial changes affect disability benefits.
DWP ends 35-hour weekly job search rule for claimants
The DWP is ending the mandatory 35-hour weekly job search for Universal Credit claimants. Discover how the new personalised approach will reform the welfare system.
Burberry cuts losses in strategic overhaul
Luxury brand Burberry reports a reduced half-year operating loss of £18m and sales growth, signalling its 'Burberry Forward' revival plan is gaining traction. Discover the latest.
Adoptober Success: Over 30 Animals Find Forever Homes
RSPCA Southport celebrates rehoming 30+ animals in October, but Shadow the cat still seeks a quiet home. Discover how you can adopt or support their festive fundraising events.
Universal Credit sanctions harsher than court fines
A new report finds DWP sanctions leave claimants worse off than criminal fines, with 86% of appeals overturned. Calls grow for fundamental welfare reform.
Damselfly Photo Wins Nottinghamshire Nature Contest
Kevin Clarke's stunning photo of an emerald damselfly wins a Nottinghamshire nature competition. Discover how the image promotes local wildlife recovery strategies.
Universal Credit 'No Work Requirements' Surge Revealed
DWP data shows a million more people on Universal Credit face no work demands. Explore the figures and what this means for the UK's welfare system.
DWP change to cost households £700 each
Millions of UK households face a £700 annual bill after Labour's welfare U-turn. Sickness benefits set to surge by £27bn by 2030. Read the full analysis.
Budget 2025: PIP and Universal Credit Changes Confirmed
Chancellor's autumn budget confirms significant welfare reforms affecting millions of claimants across the UK. Discover how PIP assessments and Universal Credit payments are set to change.
Birmingham schools in national top 10 for improvement
Discover how Birmingham's innovative approach to school attendance has propelled local schools into the national spotlight, with dramatic improvements placing them among the country's most enhanced educational institutions.
Mum caught with nine cats despite lifetime ban
A Birmingham mother has been convicted after secretly keeping nine cats in her home, blatantly violating a lifetime ban on owning animals following previous convictions for cruelty.
Pets in Bed: The Sleep Paradox Revealed
New research reveals the double-edged sword of sharing your bed with furry friends - from stress relief to sleep disruption. Discover the science behind the cuddles.
DWP pays £1,700 to Universal Credit claimant after years
A Universal Credit recipient shares their emotional journey from financial desperation to unexpected relief after receiving a substantial backpayment from the DWP, revealing the human cost of Britain's welfare system.
M&S Profits Soar 58% in Stunning Turnaround
Marks & Spencer's transformation strategy delivers impressive results with clothing and home sales climbing 5.7% and food revenue up 13%, signalling a major retail comeback story.
Lion spotted in Essex woods sparks major police hunt
Essex Police launch urgent search operation after multiple reports of a lion roaming through residential areas near Clacton-on-Sea. Armed officers and zoo experts join the hunt for the mysterious big cat.
Lottery Expert's Simple Trick To Win Big
A leading lottery specialist shares crucial insights about common ticket-buying mistakes and reveals how a simple change in strategy could significantly improve your odds of becoming a millionaire.
DWP axes two benefits in Universal Credit shake-up
The Department for Work and Pensions is scrapping Income-related Employment and Support Allowance and Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, affecting thousands across Britain in significant cost of living changes.
Walsall thug banned for brutal puppy beating
A violent offender from Walsall has been handed a 10-year ban from keeping animals after subjecting a young puppy to a horrific beating, in a case that has shocked the RSPCA and local community.
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