DWP Review Puts Four PIP Gateway Benefits at Risk
The DWP is reviewing PIP assessments, potentially impacting access to Motability, disability premiums, Council Tax discounts and Blue Badges. Learn what this means for your entitlements.
The DWP is reviewing PIP assessments, potentially impacting access to Motability, disability premiums, Council Tax discounts and Blue Badges. Learn what this means for your entitlements.
Jack Bridgewood, 15, from Saint John Houghton Academy, secures gold and bronze at the European Jiu Jitsu Championships. Read his inspiring story of overcoming challenges.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to impose new HMRC tax rules limiting salary sacrifice for cycle to work schemes. Discover how the Autumn Budget changes could affect you.
A new partnership between the Premier League and West Midlands Combined Authority aims to help 29,000 young people find employment through training and work experience opportunities.
Aston Villa defender Teddie Bloomfield has signed his first professional contract with the club. The 17-year-old left-back has impressed for Villa's youth teams.
Wings School Notts wins top NASS award for inclusive PE, months after Youth Sport Trust honour. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
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.
A 'crucial' congestion-cutting scheme for Wolverhampton's busy Willenhall Road junction has been approved. The project promises improved traffic flow and new cycle routes, with work starting 2031.
The James Brindley Foundation issues heartfelt support to Katie Fox's family after fatal Birmingham stabbing, urging action on knife crime. Read their powerful message.
Morrisons launches 'Merry More Points' offer. Spend £50 weekly to earn £20 in points for Christmas shopping. Activate now until Dec 14.
An innovative partnership between Black Country organisations and KIC Radio is transforming youth employment support, creating new opportunities and breaking down barriers for young job seekers across the region.
A dedicated teenager from Littleover has become the first junior participant to complete 250 parkruns at Markeaton Park, marking an extraordinary milestone in the popular weekly event.
Proposed changes to the PIP Motability scheme could leave thousands of disabled drivers without adapted vehicles, sparking widespread concern among disability advocates.
Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.
Millions of UK households could access significant savings on Apple's latest iPhone through a little-known benefit scheme - here's who qualifies and how to claim your discount.
A remarkable community initiative in Nottinghamshire has provided over 400 vital toiletry packs to children and young people facing hardship, ensuring access to basic hygiene essentials.
Discover inclusive outdoor experiences this autumn with Woodcraft Folk's accessible camps in the beautiful Peak District. Perfect for families, young people and adults seeking adventure.
Budding filmmakers from Rotherham and Doncaster prepare for red carpet moment as their short films debut at prestigious Wentworth Woodhouse festival this July.
Discover how a simple household trick using your radiator could transform crisp packet recycling and help tackle plastic waste across Britain.
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
Waitrose unveils exciting new loyalty programme offering members free hot drinks, newspapers and exclusive discounts as part of their 'Little Treats' initiative.
A major UK energy supplier has introduced a groundbreaking payment scheme allowing customers to defer winter energy costs until next year, offering relief during the cost-of-living crisis.
Major changes to Blue Badge parking regulations are coming into force, affecting thousands of disabled drivers. Discover what the new rules mean for you and how to avoid penalties.
West Midlands Police have arrested multiple teenagers, including a 16-year-old girl, following a dramatic police pursuit through Birmingham's streets. The operation targeted dangerous driving and vehicle thefts across the city.
Eleanor Riddington, an inspirational 11-year-old from Surrey, has written an incredible 50,000 words in just one month, raising over £2,000 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice through her extraordinary literary efforts.
A Birmingham teenager who brutally raped a woman in a park attempted to justify his actions to police by claiming his youth made him 'not a monster', as he receives lengthy prison sentence.
Supermarket giant Asda has relaunched its popular 'Blue Light Card' discount scheme, offering emergency service workers and NHS staff 10% off their groceries in a major boost for key workers.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested following a serious stabbing incident in Birmingham's Ladywood area, as police continue their investigation into the violent attack that has rattled local residents.
Lancaster's popular History & Tourism Hub receives vital funding boost from Lancashire County Council's Community Champion scheme, securing its future as a cultural destination.
Birmingham's ambitious Hagley Road cycle lane project sparks heated debate between cyclists celebrating newfound safety and motorists facing increased congestion in this major transport corridor overhaul.