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.
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.
West Midlands Police faced violent confrontations and vehicle attacks during Bonfire Night celebrations in Birmingham, with multiple arrests made following the dangerous disturbances.
Dramatic body-worn video reveals terrifying moment police officers were targeted with fireworks and bricks during violent disorder in Shard End, Birmingham
Shocking scenes unfolded in Birmingham city centre as violent yobs launched fireworks at police officers during a night of chaos that left emergency services under attack.
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.
Discover the top Guy Fawkes Night celebrations across Birmingham and surrounding areas for 2024, featuring dazzling fireworks, family-friendly activities, and traditional bonfires.
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.
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.
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.
New fireworks restrictions sweeping across the UK could see residents facing penalties up to £5,000 as councils crack down on anti-social behaviour and safety concerns.
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.
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.
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.
Two endangered cheetah cubs have made their public debut at Chester Zoo, marking a significant breakthrough in European conservation efforts to protect the vulnerable species.
Discover spectacular Guy Fawkes Night celebrations across your region with our complete guide to family-friendly fireworks displays, bonfires, and traditional festivities.
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
A Birmingham couple has been disqualified from keeping all animals for a decade after their emaciated German Shepherd was discovered suffering in squalid living conditions, prompting RSPCA intervention.
A secondary school in the Midlands was placed on immediate lockdown as armed police responded to serious concerns about a individual in the community, prompting emergency safety measures.
As fireworks light up November skies, discover how traditional Bonfire Night celebrations impact local wildlife and learn three simple changes to protect animals while enjoying the spectacle.
Relive the shocking public information films about fireworks that traumatised 70s, 80s and 90s kids with their graphic safety warnings and unforgettable imagery.
The RSPCA reveals the hidden trauma fireworks cause animals across Britain. Discover practical tips to protect your pets and support wildlife during celebrations.
Discover the most spectacular Bonfire Night celebrations across the West Midlands for 2025. From Birmingham to Wolverhampton, find dates, locations and family-friendly activities for an unforgettable Guy Fawkes Night.
Discover spectacular last-minute Bonfire Night firework displays and family-friendly events happening across the West Midlands this November 5th weekend.
As fireworks light up November skies, animal shelters report alarming surge in lost dogs. Veterinary experts reveal essential strategies to keep your pets safe and calm during the noisy celebrations.
Major Universal Credit reforms are coming in 2024, including increased work allowances, childcare support changes, and tougher sanctions. Here's everything you need to know.
West Midlands authorities are pursuing new licensing powers to regulate animal sales and combat illegal puppy trading operations across the region.
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions can now slash Universal Credit payments immediately for thousands of claimants under new 'mandatory reconsideration' rules. Discover how this affects you and your rights.
Dramatic Halloween night in West Midlands as nine individuals arrested following violent disorder where fireworks were launched at police officers during large-scale disturbances.
CCTV captures the moment a reckless youth launches fireworks at a moving bus in Birmingham, putting passengers at risk and sparking police investigation.
Groundbreaking research reveals how dogs' personalities evolve with age, challenging everything we thought we knew about man's best friend.