Early DWP payments due for Christmas and New Year
DWP confirms early payment dates for Universal Credit and other benefits due to bank holidays. Plan your finances as the next payment will be delayed.
Category : Community
Police Christmas Donation to Huyton Dog's Trust
Merseyside Police officers filled a carrier with donations for Huyton Dog's Trust. Inspector Andy Robinson's annual drive, inspired by his huskies, ensures shelter dogs have a warm Christmas.
Birmingham pub hosts Jamaica hurricane fundraiser
The Station pub in Kings Heath is holding a special event on December 27 to raise funds for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa, the most powerful storm in modern history, devastated the island.
Folkestone Rotary Club Honours Two with Paul Harris Fellowship
Ray Beaglehole and Nigel Hart from Channel Rotary Club Folkestone have been awarded the Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary's highest honour, for their outstanding service. Discover their stories.
Discover Birmingham's Secret Garden in the Library
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Llangadog's Icy Plunge for Parkinson's UK
Twenty-two brave souls in Llangadog braved freezing waters for an annual charity swim for Parkinson's UK, raising over £1,400. Read about their heart-warming community effort.
Birmingham's Top 16 Streets for 2026 Living
Discover the 16 most desirable streets in Birmingham for 2026, as chosen by local readers and writers. Find your perfect neighbourhood in Brum.
Reading store raises £800+ for Sue Ryder hospice care
Fraser's Budgens in Reading celebrates a year of support for Sue Ryder, raising over £800 through bag charges and providing event refreshments for the local hospice.
Man arrested after Wolverhampton hit-and-run leaves woman in hospital
A 28-year-old man is in custody after a hit-and-run collision on Goldthorn Hill, Wolverhampton. The pedestrian, a woman in her 50s, remains in a stable condition in hospital. Police appeal for witnesses.
Daily Quiz: Croissants, Bond and Victorian Rarities
Challenge yourself with our Tuesday trivia quiz. Questions cover history, film, and bizarre Victorian customs. See how many answers you know!
40,000 pensioners get £5,500 lump sum and pension boost
Nearly 40,000 former mineworkers are receiving a one-off £5,500 payment and a 41% weekly pension increase. Discover how this historic payout corrects a decades-long injustice.
Sixth arrest over serious Leicester city centre assault
A sixth suspect is arrested over a serious assault in Leicester city centre that left a man in his 20s with critical head injuries. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Woman arrested after fatal van crash in Worcestershire
A woman in her 70s has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road in Chadbury. A 54-year-old driver is in custody. Read the latest on the investigation.
Hamster's ashes toured world, now on Birmingham billboard
Lisa Murray-Lang honoured her late hamster Spud by displaying his photo on a giant Birmingham billboard after travelling with his ashes to Hawaii and Europe. See the touching tribute.
Man gives up Christmas turkey for pet turkey T2
Dave Brooker, 59, from Maidstone, has given up eating poultry and all meat after bonding with his pet turkey, T2. Discover their unique friendship and lifestyle.
Paintball Gun Pointed at Boy's Head in Newcastle Row
A 12-year-old boy feared he would be killed when Michael Jarvie pointed a paintball gun at his head in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Read the full court details and sentence.
Kingstanding community centre combats deprivation with activities
A Birmingham community centre is challenging Kingstanding's negative reputation with a packed schedule of free activities, from Tai Chi to a dementia choir, and delivering 100 Christmas dinners to those in need.
Men guilty of raping runaway girl in Birmingham
Two men lured a 16-year-old runaway in Birmingham before a horrific series of rapes across multiple cities. All four perpetrators have been convicted and await sentencing in 2026.
Abandoned Puppies Die After Towpath Dumping
Two of three tiny Dachshund puppies have died after being abandoned in a taped-up cardboard box on a rain-soaked towpath near Wolverhampton. The surviving pup, Comet, fights on as a charity appeals for information.
Golden Retriever Milo survives swallowing ceramic bauble
A Birmingham family's Christmas was nearly ruined after their Golden Retriever, Milo, ate a ceramic teddy bear ornament. The one-year-old dog needed urgent endoscopic surgery. Learn how to keep your pets safe this festive season.
AA's urgent 'check again' warning to drivers over car theft
The AA warns drivers to double-check key security as relay thefts surge. Use Faraday pouches and steering locks to protect your vehicle this winter. Act now to stay insured.
Save £1,200 with Martin Lewis's money-saving advice
A savvy homeowner reveals how they slashed annual bills by £1,200 using Martin Lewis's strategies, including switching energy and installing a water meter. Discover how to cut your living costs.
Solihull mum cooks 108 free Christmas dinners
Amanda O'Neill, 42, prepares festive meals for those in need, honouring a friend's memory. Her community effort ensures everyone has a full plate on Christmas Day.
Mum cooks 108 Christmas dinners for community
Amanda O'Neill from Solihull is preparing over 100 festive meals for locals in need this Christmas. Discover how her act of kindness honours a friend's memory.
UK Palestine Hunger Strikers Hospitalised
Two activists on a prolonged hunger strike for Gaza have been rushed to hospital with severe health deterioration. Read their demands and the government's response.
SSAFA's Christmas Hampers Bring Cheer to Veterans
SSAFA volunteers have delivered 40 Christmas hampers to veterans in South East Wales, a scheme now in its third year. The initiative provides vital festive support to the Armed Forces community.
Miners' pensions boosted by £100 a week and £5,500 lump sum
Nearly 40,000 former UK mineworkers will see a 41% pension increase, averaging £100 extra per week plus a £5,500 lump sum. Discover the details of this historic payout.
Warning Over 'Dangerous' Facial Recognition at Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's and other UK chains deploy Facewatch tech, raising privacy alarms. Campaigners warn of biometric data risks and false accusations. Read the full story.
71% in Wales Concerned Over Youth Unemployment
As the King's Trust nears its 50th anniversary, new polling reveals deep public concern over youth joblessness in Wales. Director Sarah Jones calls for urgent collaboration to unlock potential.
Trial date set for golf course death of Suzanne Cherry
The trial of three men charged over the death of Suzanne Cherry, who was hit by a van on a Sutton Coldfield golf course, will begin in January. Get the latest updates.
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