West Midlands Police Chief's Fate Announced
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster will announce the future of Chief Constable Craig Guildford today at 4pm. Follow for live updates on this breaking story.
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Art Challenge Highlights Urgent Need for UK Foster Carers
Birmingham artist Tat Vision creates 'A place to slug out' with fostered children for Barnardo's campaign. A child enters care every 20 minutes in the UK. Find out how you can help.
Jesy Nelson's fiancé pens poem for twins with SMA
Jesy Nelson and Zion Foster open up about their twin daughters' diagnosis with severe Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Read their emotional journey and Zion's heartfelt poem for their 'little warriors'.
Carer's Allowance earnings threshold rises to £204 a week
The DWP is increasing the Carer's Allowance earnings threshold from April 2026, allowing 1.3 million carers to earn more without losing vital support. Find out how this change could affect you.
Police Commissioner Resists Pressure to Axe Chief Constable
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster vows not to sack Chief Constable Craig Guildford over the Israeli fan ban, pending a full review. Read the latest on the political fallout.
Millions miss £9,500 in benefits each year
Millions in the UK are failing to claim up to £9,500 in annual benefits. Use online calculators to check your entitlement and boost your income.
Councils give wrong Council Tax info to unpaid carers
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert reveals 69 councils display incorrect eligibility criteria for Carer's Council Tax discount, potentially costing thousands. Check if you're affected.
Carers Misled on Council Tax Discount by Councils
Martin Lewis warns unpaid carers not to trust council websites after an investigation reveals widespread errors on eligibility for 25% council tax discounts. Check if you're owed money.
Councils Mislead Carers on £500 Tax Discount
Martin Lewis warns unpaid carers are being misled by incorrect council website info, potentially missing out on £500 yearly Council Tax discounts. Check your eligibility now.
Lewis: Council Tax Scandal Hits 5M Unpaid Carers
Martin Lewis warns unpaid carers are missing vital council tax discounts due to widespread errors on local authority websites. Check Carers UK for correct info.
Police warned over 'inexcusable' failure on victims' rights
West Midlands Police and justice bodies face a major campaign to enforce the Victims' Code after 19 years of 'unacceptable' non-compliance. Commissioner vows to hold them to account.
Police Chief's Future Reviewed Over Israel Fan Ban
West Midlands Chief Constable faces a formal review over the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Read the latest on the political fallout and calls for his removal.
WMP Could Lose 80 Officers in 2026 Funding Crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall. Commissioner Simon Foster calls it 'unacceptable' and warns of a blow to community safety. Read the full story.
Ben Foster: Unai Emery is perfect for Man Utd job
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster suggests Aston Villa boss Unai Emery as the top candidate to replace the sacked Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford. Could the Spaniard be tempted?
Birmingham's £41m Police Funding Crisis & Ride Safety Failings
West Midlands Police faces a £41m shortfall threatening 80 officers, as the City Star Flyer operator gets more time to fix safety faults. Plus, Jay Rayner's food review and your cultural guide.
WMP could lose 80 officers in 2026 funding crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall, warns PCC Simon Foster. This could push officer numbers to 600 below 2010 levels. Join the conversation.
Foster carer's 18-year dedication honoured with MBE
Mair Wilson, a Powys foster carer for 18 years, receives an MBE. She and her husband have cared for 13 long-term children. Discover how to become a foster carer in Powys.
1p benefit rule leaves carers owing DWP thousands
A 'cliff edge' rule for Carer's Allowance means earning just 1p over the limit forces full repayment. A new review reveals systemic DWP failures are causing crippling debts for vulnerable carers.
West Midlands PCC calls for new driver licence restrictions
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster urges government to adopt Progressive Driving Licences for new drivers, including curfews and lower alcohol limits, to cut road deaths.
Major Review of DWP's £83 Carer's Allowance Overpayments
A major review finds 210,000 Carer's Allowance overpayments. The DWP will now reassess 185,000 cases. Discover the details and what it means for unpaid carers.
Mum adopts siblings and urges others to consider adoption
Sarah, 44, adopted her son and daughter through Adoption Focus. She shares her story to support The Long Wait campaign, highlighting the 18-month average wait for children to find a family.
Staff swim mile for Carers in Hertfordshire charity
Two Carers in Hertfordshire staff members completed a sponsored swimathon, raising over £1,000 to support unpaid carers. The event was held at John Warner Sports Centre in Hoddesdon.
Daughter: Father used me as bait to lure mum to death
Alison Galvani speaks out after her 81-year-old father is charged with murdering her mother Nancy in 1982. Case breakthrough after decades. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police faces £41m cuts, officer losses
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding by 2026, risking 520 officers and neighbourhood policing. Commissioner warns of a 'postcode lottery' and urges government action.
West Midlands Police faces £40m funding cut
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
DWP under fire for 'misleading' Carer's Allowance claims
The DWP is facing criticism after a review found systemic failings in Carer's Allowance. Officials accused of downplaying the scale of the problem affecting thousands of families.
Pub pint prices to rise for 5 Heineken brands from February
Heineken announces price hikes for five popular beers and ciders in UK pubs from February 2026, while cutting Foster's strength to lower its price. Find out which pints are affected.
Carer's Allowance scandal sees DWP demand £1,500 repayments
Carers speak out after receiving brutal DWP letters demanding thousands in overpayments due to a 'cliff edge' earnings rule. Read the full story of the ongoing scandal.
Foster's lager alcohol content reduced by Heineken
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol strength of Foster's lager from 3.7% to 3.4% ABV, citing duty savings and health trends. The change follows a similar move with Sol beer.
Foster's Lager reduces alcohol content to 3.4% ABV
Heineken UK confirms Foster's Lager ABV will drop from 3.7% to 3.4% in February 2026. The brewer cites duty savings and responsible consumption as key reasons for the change.
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