Pensioners missing out on thousands in tax relief
Millions of pension savers are failing to claim vital tax rebates, sacrificing thousands of pounds. Experts warn higher-rate taxpayers must act now to reclaim money from HMRC.
Category : Community
Hospice Christmas appeal hits £75k target for night care
St Clare Hospice's festive fundraising campaign has exceeded its £75,000 goal, funding a year of overnight care for families in West Essex and East Herts. Discover how this vital service makes a difference.
Cardiff girl wins national award for epilepsy bravery
Hope Lowery, 12, from Cardiff, receives a national Epilepsy Star Award for her courage and positive spirit. She aims to raise awareness about epilepsy and invisible disabilities.
East Cheshire Hospice Christmas Tree Collection 2025
East Cheshire Hospice's annual Christmas tree collection is back, aiming to top last year's £160,000 haul. Volunteers will navigate Macclesfield traffic, including FA Cup crowds, to recycle trees and fund patient care.
Aldi's 4-Item Warning to Shoppers in UK Snow
Aldi issues a plea for coats, hats, scarves & gloves to help vulnerable people via InPost lockers. Learn how to donate and support The Salvation Army this winter.
Loughborough Scouts Issue Urgent Call for Volunteers
1st Loughborough Scout Group needs volunteers to support Beavers, Cubs & Scouts. Flexible roles, no experience required. Help shape young lives in your community.
Birmingham man jailed for Asda staff assault in Tipton
A 40-year-old Birmingham man has been sentenced to 16 weeks in prison for assaulting Asda staff during a shoplifting incident at the Great Bridge Supercentre in Tipton. Read the full court details.
FCA Proposes Major Mortgage Rule Changes for 2026
The UK's financial regulator unveils plans to modernise mortgage lending, aiming to help first-time buyers, the self-employed, and older borrowers. Reforms could begin in 2026.
Middlesbrough Veterans Club Expands in First Year
A thriving monthly meet-up for Middlesbrough’s military community is preparing to welcome back members as it enters its first full year. The club offers support and connection for veterans and serving personnel.
Birmingham Traveller site plan delayed again
Birmingham's pilot scheme for negotiated Traveller stopping points faces further delays, missing its June and October start dates. Councillors slam the 'glacial pace' of progress. Read the latest.
Police officer denies theft after drugs raid
Warwickshire Police constable Robert Davies, 49, pleads not guilty to three counts of theft allegedly committed during his duties. Trial set for 2028.
Petition for traffic lights at Birmingham primary school
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
Teens arrested after pub vandalism causes flood
Two teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after vandalising a Staffordshire pub toilet, causing a significant flood. Police continue their investigation.
Holiday Inn rapist jailed for 12 years after attacks
Philip Duffield, 25, from Solihull, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for raping two women and assaulting a third after spiking her drink. Read the full court report.
Traitors star reveals Hugo's fatal career mistake
Former Traitor Paul Gorton explains why contestant Hugo was banished so early, revealing the critical error of revealing his career as a barrister. Read his exclusive strategy tips.
Tesco Shoppers Donate 797 Toys for Staffordshire Children
Kind-hearted Tesco customers in Staffordshire donated 797 brand-new toys for local children. The gifts, distributed via food banks and charities, ensured festive joy for families. Read about this community success.
Leek man assaults two women and headbutts police sergeant
A grandfather from Leek has been sentenced after a violent altercation over a cigarette led to assaults on two women and a police officer. Read the full court details.
Petition for Traffic Lights at Birmingham School on Rat-Run
Parents demand Birmingham City Council install traffic lights at City Road Primary School's entrance on Cavendish Road, citing dangerous peak-hour traffic and risk of a 'preventable tragedy'.
Walsall Council grilled on housing and green belt
Walsall Council leaders will be questioned on housing targets, green belt development, and securing funding for affordable homes. Meeting set for January 12, 2026.
Families donate cold cots to Broomfield Hospital
Two Essex families, honouring their lost babies Albie and Willow, have donated cold cots to Broomfield Hospital's bereavement suite. Their gifts allow grieving parents precious time to say goodbye.
Canterbury carer wins South East Caregiver of the Year
Eliz Hussein of Visiting Angels North Kent has been named Caregiver of the Year for the South East, celebrated for her exceptional compassion and dedication. Discover her inspiring story.
Man charged after armed police swoop near Bullring
Armed officers swiftly detained a man on Edgbaston Street after reports of a firearm. A 38-year-old has been charged. Full details on the police response.
Charity Christmas Lunches Raise Record £43,000 in Cardiff
Lord's Taverners Wales' annual Christmas Lunches raised a record £43,000 for youth cricket and disability sports. Over 540 guests attended the Cardiff events, funding vital programmes across Wales.
Emergency Blood Bikes Chosen as 2026 Charity
Lincolnshire Agricultural Society selects Lincolnshire Emergency Blood Bikes Service as its 2026 Charity of the Year. Discover how this vital, volunteer-run NHS support service saves lives.
Serbian Orthodox Christmas celebrated at Birmingham church
Serbian Orthodox Christians in Birmingham gathered at the UK's first purpose-built Serbian church, Lazarica, to celebrate Christmas on January 7. See stunning images and learn the history of this Bournville treasure.
Birmingham's Traveller Site Pilot Faces Further Delays
Birmingham Council's pilot for temporary traveller sites is delayed again, with no start in sight. The plan aims to reduce unauthorised encampments and their associated costs.
Emergency Plea: Essex Horse Sanctuary Needs Funds in Snow
Remus Horse Sanctuary in Ingatestone issues an urgent Winter Feed Appeal for £2,500 to support over 100 rescued animals during heavy snowfall and rising feed costs. Every donation helps provide hay and emergency care.
SYCF Opens Nominations for Community Celebration Awards
Nominations are now open for the South Yorkshire Community Celebration Awards, honouring voluntary groups across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield. Deadline: 28 February.
Knitting group crafts for East Cheshire Hospice in Macclesfield
A dedicated knitting group in Macclesfield creates woollen hearts for hospice patients and hats for charity sales. Their weekly sessions combat loneliness while supporting vital local causes.
Man with prosthetic eye faces 'Halloween mask' taunts
Amit Ghose, 36, from Birmingham, shares his journey to confidence after childhood eye removal, confronting cruel online trolls who question if his face is real. Read his inspiring story.
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