DWP could let pensioners access payments early
Pension provider Aegon proposes letting workers access state pension up to three years early for a reduced annual amount. Could this offer flexibility or risk poverty?
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Claudia Winkleman on heartbreak as son leaves home
Strictly host Claudia Winkleman opens up about the emotional struggle of her children growing up and leaving for university, calling it 'horrendous'.
Professor's Boxing Books Inspire BFI Film Premier
Edge Hill Professor Geoffrey Beattie's boxing books inspired the new biopic 'Giant'. Premiering at the BFI London Film Festival, it stars Pierce Brosnan and Sylvester Stallone. Discover the story behind the film.
Edge Hill University hosts third Dose of Nature Walk
Edge Hill University hosted its third Dose of Nature Walk, featuring Mike Palmer from Three Dads Walking, to promote mental wellbeing through nature-based approaches.
Historic Manchester site becomes 321-bed student accommodation
A historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.
Pre-Loved Clothes Sale for Mental Health Patients
A pre-loved clothes sale in Chelmsford this Saturday raises money to buy new underwear for patients in acute mental health wards. Support the Community Clothes Cycle project!
UK loses 2,000 bank branches in high street crisis
More than 2,200 bank branches have shut across Britain since 2022, with closures hitting 50 per month. Discover how communities are affected and what replacement services are planned.
Inquest into Baby Death at Royal Stoke Hospital
An inquest is underway into the death of baby George Dosanjh, who died days after an emergency caesarean at Royal Stoke University Hospital in 2022. Read the latest details.
Lancaster University job cuts spark strike action
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
23 vehicles clamped in Smethwick clean-up operation
Sandwell Council clamps and removes 23 untaxed vehicles near Midland Metropolitan University Hospital. Report abandoned vehicles online to help clean up your area.
Birmingham Christmas Market Adds Quiet Hours for Accessibility
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market is introducing dedicated quiet hours and accessibility improvements to create a more inclusive festive experience for neurodiverse visitors and those with disabilities.
Heart attack survivor inspires Marsden defibrillator
After surviving a cardiac emergency, a Marsden resident's powerful story has driven the community to install a new public access defibrillator, creating a safer future for all residents.
West Midlands launches university access scheme for poor children
A revolutionary new programme in the West Midlands is set to transform university access for underprivileged students through comprehensive support and financial assistance.
East London raises £50k for student scholarships
A remarkable fundraising campaign in East London has successfully generated £50,000 to support local students through university scholarships, breaking down financial barriers to higher education.
John Lewis Birmingham escalator crisis affects thousands
Thousands of frustrated shoppers at John Lewis Birmingham encounter major accessibility challenges as multiple escalators remain out of order, sparking concerns about mobility access and customer experience.
Nationwide: Free cash withdrawals until 2027
Nationwide Building Society announces it will maintain free cash withdrawals at all UK Post Offices until 2027, providing vital support during the cost-of-living crisis and protecting access to cash for vulnerable communities.
Bristol's Landmark Student Halls Development Approved
A landmark £multi-million student accommodation development in Bristol city centre has received planning permission, promising to transform the cityscape while addressing the growing demand for university housing.
Special needs transport crisis strands Sandwell children
Furious parents in Sandwell are campaigning for urgent reforms to special educational needs transport after children were left waiting hours for school transport or missing education entirely.
Lecturers trek 100km Jurassic Coast for autism charity
Two dedicated academics from the University of West of England complete gruelling coastal challenge raising thousands for autism support charity.
Claudia Winkleman's Son Reveals Career Ambitions
The Strictly Come Dancing host's teenage son Arthur shares his unexpected university plans and why he's steering clear of showbiz in a rare family revelation.
Birmingham A&E Staff Honoured in First Appreciation Week
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust launches first-ever A&E Appreciation Week, celebrating the incredible dedication of emergency department staff across city hospitals.
Bleed Kit Vandalism Sparks Police Hunt in Wednesbury
West Midlands Police launch investigation after vandalism destroys essential public access bleed kit in Wednesbury, raising community safety concerns.
Birmingham Lab Grows Mini-Brains to Combat Dementia
Groundbreaking research at the University of Birmingham sees scientists growing miniature human brains to revolutionise dementia treatment and drug testing.
Aston University Opens New Medical School to First Students
Aston University has opened its doors to the inaugural cohort of medical students, marking a significant milestone in addressing the Midlands' doctor shortage and transforming healthcare education.
Birmingham's accessible restaurant opens in Grand Hotel
Discover how Birmingham's latest fine dining destination is breaking barriers with revolutionary accessibility features while serving exquisite modern British cuisine in the historic Grand Hotel building.
Wrexham University Awards Community Champions
Wrexham University honours four exceptional community champions with honorary fellowships, recognising their outstanding contributions to the local area and beyond.
TSB and Barclays Join LINK Network for Free Cash Access
Major UK banks TSB and Barclays are joining LINK's cash access network, creating thousands of new fee-free ATMs in communities struggling with bank branch closures and improving financial inclusion nationwide.
Students rally to save Selly Oak cafe from demolition
University of Birmingham students are campaigning to protect Selly Oak's iconic 'The Selly' cafe from demolition as part of major redevelopment plans that threaten local community hubs.
Parapsychology: The Real Science of Paranormal
Discover how scientists are seriously studying paranormal phenomena like telepathy, precognition and hauntings through rigorous academic research at leading universities.
Kaye Adams' Emotional ITV Studio Accessibility Ordeal
Loose Women presenter Kaye Adams opens up about her distressing experience being stranded outside ITV studios due to accessibility failures, sparking important conversations about disability inclusion.
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