The Department for Work and Pensions has updated its Universal Credit sanction procedures, requiring claimants to provide reasoning before penalties are applied. This follows parliamentary concerns about vulnerable individuals.
A woman in her 70s has died after being attacked by two dogs in Bilston, Wolverhampton. Police have arrested a man and humanely destroyed the aggressive animals.
Sean Jefferson has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his five-week-old daughter Darcy-Leigh, who suffered catastrophic injuries. The baby's mother, Amy Clark, received a seven-year sentence for allowing the death.
Ian Perry, 39, was found with serious head injuries on Slade Road in Stockland Green. His father makes an emotional appeal for information as police investigate the hit-and-run.
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Meghan Markle reveals she's been bullied online for a decade as she and Prince Harry discuss Australia's social media ban for under-16s, praising the government's leadership.
Lloyds Banking Group provides £6.9 million to help homelessness charity Crisis acquire properties for the first time in its six-decade history, aiming to offer secure homes.
Two prolific car thieves, Mohammed Khan and Mohammed Haydar, both 23, admitted stripping scores of car parts near Birmingham City's football ground after posting their haul on social media.
On this day in 1746, the Battle of Culloden ended the Jacobite uprising. Plus, answers to a daily trivia quiz covering history, music, and more.
A car burst into flames on Merryhill Drive shortly after ram raiders smashed into H&T Pawnbrokers on Soho Road, Handsworth, with police investigating potential links between the incidents.
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Aldi has provided over 710,000 meals to UK families this Easter by donating surplus fresh and chilled food through its partnership with Neighbourly, supporting those struggling with holiday costs.
Detailed plans have been submitted for Phase 1 of Hull's East Bank Urban Village, a transformative regeneration project promising 850 new homes, shops, and green spaces along the River Hull.
Labour leader Cllr Adam Aston promises street wardens and focus on core services if elected, criticizing current council's approach as insufficient despite new tech measures.
Walmer Castle in Kent receives £3.08 million as part of a £127.8 million national investment in cultural venues, supporting roof repairs and preservation for future generations.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a robber broke into a home in Chelmsley Wood, assaulted a man and woman, and stole two gold chains, one with a sentimental inscription.
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Graeme Brown, BirminghamLive editor, shares his experience with rising social media racism and argues that rational voices must speak up more often to counter hateful rhetoric and support targeted communities.
A Birmingham parent faces heartbreak after discovering their partner lied about saving for a house deposit for years, raising questions about trust and financial compatibility in relationships.
State pensioners are set to receive four additional DWP payments worth up to £12,759 annually, including Pension Credit, Council Tax deductions, Winter Fuel Payment, and Attendance Allowance.
Two prolific car thieves, Mohammed Khan and Mohammed Haydar, have pleaded guilty to conspiracy after stripping parts from vehicles near Birmingham City's football ground and bragging online.
Two men have pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a large-scale car stripping operation across the West Midlands, involving nearly 100 offences and social media bragging.
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The JQ Beer Weekend, one of Birmingham's largest pub crawls, is back with 26 venues in the Jewellery Quarter. Organizers anticipate record attendance as visitors enjoy beer, food, and community vibes from April 16 to 18.
Financial expert Martin Lewis warns 900,000 eligible retirees born before 1960 are missing out on DWP Pension Credit, which can be worth thousands of pounds and unlock additional benefits like council tax discounts.
New Nationwide research reveals 29 is considered the 'embarrassing' age for house sharing, yet 11% of adults still share homes due to affordability issues, with many forming 'Rally Households'.
Persistent barking dogs can lead to legal action under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Councils can issue noise abatement notices, with fines up to £5,000 for non-compliance. Learn your rights and steps to resolve neighbourhood noise disputes.
HMRC urges pensioners to stay vigilant against scams as Winter Fuel Payment recoveries begin, with nearly two million facing repayments due to income thresholds.
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A woman was left stunned after her new neighbour complained her laundry on the washing line was ruining the view and threatened to report her to the council, sparking online debate.
A Birmingham man assaulted a crown court security guard after turning up drunk for his sentencing, having taken a 'last drink' while awaiting his hearing.
Walsall councillors unanimously condemn anti-Islamic graffiti discovered at Streetly Cemetery on Eid, calling for CCTV installation and stronger security measures.
The Sherbrook Valley Stepping Stones in Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, offer a popular walking trail feature with a macabre origin story dating back to 1954, sourced from Stafford Prison's Hangman's Gate.
Jacob Leslie Simcock, 35, pleaded guilty to multiple violent offences including rape, strangulation, and stalking after filming his attacks on two women in Staffordshire.
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Liverpool City Council is prosecuting Britannia Hotels over health and safety breaches after Chloe Haynes, 21, was found dead in an Adelphi Hotel wardrobe accident in 2022.
