State Pension £966 Payments Start April 6, Many Miss Out
New state pension rates rise to £966 monthly from April 6, but retirees on basic rates born before 1951/1953 face missing up to £2,932.80 annually due to old system rules.
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Pensioners Get £3,639 Top-Up for Childcare from DWP
State pensioners on low incomes who care for children or vulnerable young people will receive an extra £69.98 weekly from April 6, totaling £3,638.96 annually on top of Pension Credit.
Dudley Council Approves 13 New Homes by Stourbridge Canal
Dudley Council has approved plans for 13 new homes on a former car wash site in Brierley Hill, next to the Stourbridge Canal. The development includes a mix of one to three-bedroom properties, with conditions requiring contamination surveys and constructi
Ex-Tory Councillor Wins Landmark Racial Discrimination Case
Mohammed Arif, a former Conservative councillor in Walsall, has won a landmark racial discrimination case against former colleagues, with the court finding his Muslim faith was 'weaponised' against him.
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AI Lists 15 Worst Black Country Neighbourhoods for Crime
An AI chatbot has named 15 neighbourhoods across Wolverhampton, Sandwell, Walsall, and Dudley as the worst in the Black Country, citing high crime rates and deprivation.
Craig Charles Opens Up About 2014 I'm A Celeb Departure
I'm A Celebrity South Africa star Craig Charles discusses his brother's sudden death, which led him to leave the jungle in 2014, and his emotional return to the show after 11 years.
MAFS Tyson Claims Gay Support After Homophobic Comments
Married At First Sight Australia's Tyson Gordon faces backlash after his homophobic audition tape is exposed, but he claims receiving support from the gay community following the controversy.
Gemma Collins' Fiancé Rami Hawash: Net Worth and Family
Gemma Collins, star of I'm A Celebrity South Africa and TOWIE, is engaged to Rami Hawash. Learn about his net worth, their engagement history, and his son Tristan.
Trust Issues May Hinder Royal Reunion: Charles and Harry
Royal author Richard Palmer suggests ongoing trust issues between King Charles and Prince Harry could complicate a potential summer reunion at Sandringham, despite Harry's desire to visit with his family.
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Man Guilty of Murder in Shrewsbury Abandoned Building
Adam Rowson, 26, has been convicted of murdering Alexis De Naray, 46, following a prolonged assault in Shrewsbury last summer. The victim was discovered in an abandoned building near Shelton water tower.
Drug Dealer Jailed for 15 Years in Matthew Perry Death Case
Jasveen Sangha, described as a 'ketamine queen,' has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling the drugs that led to actor Matthew Perry's fatal overdose in 2023.
Mum Jailed for 80mph Crash After 'Rally Driver' Boast
Faye Dawson, 50, has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for dangerous driving while under the influence, after a high-speed crash that injured four children in her car.
Boyfriend Jailed 11 Years for Deliberate Gas Explosion
Paul Solway, 58, caused a massive explosion in Derby by cutting a gas pipe after his partner asked him to leave. The blast destroyed three homes and injured him severely.
Harry: Privacy Invasion from Birth, Cost to Family
Prince Harry addressed privacy concerns at a global summit, revealing exploitation normalisation and personal costs to his family from legal battles against media.
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Crimestoppers £2,000 Reward for Courier Fraud Information
Crimestoppers has launched a £2,000 reward appeal after an 89-year-old woman in Pershore was defrauded of £40,000 by a criminal posing as a police officer. The charity guarantees anonymity for tipsters.
Man Jailed for 11 Years After Derby House Explosion
Paul Solway, 58, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for causing a devastating gas explosion at his partner's home in Alvaston, Derby, which destroyed multiple properties and left him with severe burns.
Two Arrested in Birmingham After Violent Carjacking
A 24-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of robbery after a violent carjacking near the Birmingham border. Police recovered a knife and stolen property.
Tributes to Grandfather Found Unconscious in Leicester Park
James 'Jimmy' McKeown, 62, died in hospital after being found in Beaumont Leys Park. A man has been charged with manslaughter as the family mourns their loss.
Pastor Charged After Baptism Death in Birmingham
Cheryl Bartley, 48, faces gross negligence manslaughter charge following the death of a man in his 60s during a baptism ceremony in Erdington last October.
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Officer Jailed for Fatal Crash During Emergency Response
PC Mark Roberts sentenced to 27 months for causing death by dangerous driving while responding to a 999 call about a choking baby in Gateshead.
Cancer Research Committee Seeks Volunteers After 60 Years
The Vale of Clwyd fundraising committee in Ruthin has raised over £260,000 for Cancer Research UK since 1964 and is now urgently recruiting new volunteers to continue its vital work.
Rossendale Hospice Sunflower Tribute for Loved Ones and Pets
Rossendale Hospice invites the community to dedicate sunflowers to loved ones and pets this summer, with tributes displayed across the valley to fund essential nursing care for life-limiting illnesses.
Carding Mill Valley Walk: Shropshire Scenery in Pictures
Explore the breathtaking Carding Mill Valley and Long Mynd in Shropshire through a circular walk featuring wild horses, spring lambs, a waterfall, and a rooftop cafe. Discover this free National Trust site just over an hour from Birmingham.
Cathedral Musicians' 800km Pilgrimage for Music Funds
Two musicians from Guildford Cathedral are walking and cycling 800km across France and Spain after Easter to raise funds for church and school music programs, supporting choir traditions and primary school education.
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Women's Group Raises £500,000 for East Cheshire Hospice
The What Women Want group has reached a £500,000 fundraising milestone for East Cheshire Hospice through events like bingo nights, fashion shows, and balls over 15 years, supporting patient care and facilities.
Universal Credit Delays: Weeks of Wait for Millions
Millions on Universal Credit may wait weeks for payments due to DWP rules, with experts warning claimants could be worse off under Labour government policies.
Fake Gun Threat Over Sauce Mix-Up in Chicken Shop
An 18-year-old man, Marwan Khadir, has been jailed for three years after threatening a chicken shop worker with a fake gun over a sauce order error in south London on Christmas Eve.
192-Mile Walk Raises £23,876 for Son's Life-Saving Hospitals
Alex Kiley completed a six-day, 192-mile walk from Swansea to London, raising £23,876 for Swansea Bay Health Charity and Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity in gratitude for his son Theo's critical care.
Katie Price Banned from Driving for Seventh Time
Former glamour model Katie Price receives her seventh driving ban after failing to respond to police letters about an 80mph speeding ticket on the A64 in North Yorkshire.
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Shopkeeper, 67, Attacked in Handsworth While Assisting Tenant
A 67-year-old shopkeeper in Handsworth was punched and robbed while trying to help a neighbouring business tenant during a dispute over payment. The attacker fled with the victim's phone.
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