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State pension age rises to 67 from 2026

The DWP confirms the state pension qualifying age will increase to 67 between 2026 and 2028, impacting thousands. Expert warns future hikes could accelerate.

Reform UK Council Leader Probed Over Racist Posts

Staffordshire County Council leader Ian Cooper is under urgent investigation by Reform UK after allegations of racist and bigoted social media comments. Anti-racism group Hope Not Hate published the claims.

New Fair Funding Model for Kent Councils Announced

Kent communities welcome a new council funding model based on current need, ending the outdated system that left areas like Dover and Deal struggling. Discover how this change will impact local services.

Billy Connolly's rare appearance at Florida film festival

Comedy legend Sir Billy Connolly made a rare public appearance at a Florida film festival, speaking about his Parkinson's disease while receiving an artistic excellence award. Read the moving tribute from friends.

Dame Jilly Cooper's cause of death confirmed

The cause of Dame Jilly Cooper's death has been confirmed as an accidental head injury. Read the full details of the inquest and tributes from her family and Queen Camilla.

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