UK Housing Crowdfunding Surges 60% Since 2022
Crowdfunding for rent in the UK has risen 60% since 2022. A Birmingham resident raised £2,421. Renters face 'cost of rent day' in May.
Category : Housing Issues
Universal Credit Claimants Get £1 Entry to Top Attractions
Universal Credit recipients can access top UK attractions for £1, sparking fears of a two-tier pricing system subsidised by working families.
Hot Tub Owners Face Higher Water Bills in Eco Shake-Up
Water firms consider tiered pricing to penalise high usage, affecting homes with big gardens and hot tubs. Trials planned for thousands of homes in South East England.
Solihull Man Fined for Knuckleduster Possession
A 21-year-old warehouse operative from Solihull was fined £831 after police found a knuckleduster in his pocket during a stop. The weapon will be destroyed.
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Toddler 'Covered in Bed Bug Bites' at Birmingham Hotel
A Birmingham couple claims their toddler suffered bed bug bites at the Strathallen Hotel, leading to sleepless nights and health concerns despite council denial.
Neighbour Row Over Planter Ends in Court with Fine
A dispute between neighbours in Aberlady, Scotland, over a garden planter escalated into a court case, resulting in a £210 fine for homophobic abuse.
UK Log Burner Owners Risk £300 Fine Over May Storage Error
UK households with log burners risk a £300 fine for improperly storing wood in May. Experts warn wet wood is illegal to burn, harmful to health, and can lead to chimney fires.
Walsall Mum in Fear After Targeted Shooting
A Walsall family is desperate to move after a 2am shooting targeted their home while children slept. Two men jailed for planned attack.
Child Benefit Warning for Parents Over £60,000
Parents earning over £60,000 may need to repay Child Benefit. Threshold changes from 2024/25 tax year. One parent's income can trigger repayment. Consider NI credits.
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DWP: £10,000 Savings Cut Pension Credit for State Pensioners
The DWP warns that state pensioners with over £10,000 in savings will see their Pension Credit reduced. Every £500 above £10,000 counts as £1 weekly income, potentially cutting the £4,300 benefit.
Man charged with 33 vehicle thefts appears in court
Darren Sullivan, 48, from Birmingham, has been charged with 33 offences including vehicle theft and interference. He appeared at Birmingham Magistrates Court and was remanded in custody.
Landlords face £7,000 fines per property by May 31
Private landlords in England risk fines up to £7,000 per property if they fail to provide tenants with a new government information sheet by May 31 under the Renters' Rights Act.
910,000 Pensioners Missing Out on £4,300 DWP Benefit
New figures reveal 910,000 pensioner households are eligible for Pension Credit but not claiming it, missing out on up to £4,300 in support.
Inquest Opened After Teen Found Dead in Stoke-on-Trent Home
An inquest has been opened into the death of 16-year-old Jayden Chapman, who was found dead at his home in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, on April 22.
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State Pensioners Born Before 1956 Face Higher Driving Costs
State pension claimants aged 70+ face rising car insurance costs, with premiums surging after age 85 by 78% to £700 annually, warns RAC.
Renters Lose 4 Months' Income to Landlords Each Year
Campaigners warn that renters in England lose four months of income to landlords annually, with 'cost of rent day' arriving in May for many.
Kings Heath Father Jailed for Revenge Attack
John Ravenhall, 45, broke a man's jaw in revenge for a pub altercation. He received a suspended sentence for unlawful wounding, possession of an offensive weapon, and criminal damage.
Birmingham mum, 20, shares 'constant nightmare' of rat home
Chloe Adams, 20, lives with her two-year-old daughter in a rat-infested house in Hockley. She says rats have chewed through wiring, leaving her unable to use appliances, and she cries in bed over the situation.
Fury Over HMO Construction Noise in Birmingham
A Birmingham resident says she must wear headphones in her own home due to constant drilling and banging from a nearby property being converted into a six-bedroom HMO.
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Six-Year-Old Boy Collapses and Dies in St Helens
A six-year-old boy died after collapsing on Parr Street in St Helens. Broad Oak Community Primary School closed in respect. Police and council express deep sadness.
DWP confirms two bank balances triggering account checks
The DWP has confirmed that bank accounts with over £16,000 or between £6,000 and £16,000 may trigger checks under new Eligibility Verification measures to combat fraud.
FCDO Warns British Nationals of Bolivia Strike
The Foreign Office has issued an urgent travel update for British nationals in Bolivia due to an indefinite strike affecting key routes, advising against travel and providing consular contact numbers.
Viral Fruit Fly Trap Uses Common Kitchen Items
A viral TikTok hack using washing-up liquid, vinegar, and sugar creates an effective fruit fly trap. Experts say cleanliness is key for long-term prevention.
British Gas to pay £20m over prepayment meter scandal
British Gas agrees to £20 million compensation settlement after regulator Ofgem found it installed prepayment meters without customer consent, affecting vulnerable households.
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UK Government Rejects Petition for Pets in Airline Cabins
The UK government responded to a petition backed by thousands to allow small pets in aircraft cabins on flights entering the UK, citing biosecurity and operational concerns.
Crufts Dog Breeder Murder Suspect Kills Himself in Prison
A man accused of murdering a Crufts dog breeder in Lichfield took his own life in prison, an inquest has found. The suspect died while awaiting trial.
Man Arrested After Woman Raped at Wolverhampton Novotel
A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape after a woman was attacked at Novotel in Wolverhampton city centre. Police investigations continue.
3.3 million Universal Credit claimants hit by deductions
DWP figures show 3.3 million Universal Credit households had deductions in February 2026, up 300,000 in a year. Experts warn this drives poverty and housing insecurity.
Drivers Over 70 Face New Cognitive and Eye Tests
The UK Government is consulting on mandatory cognitive assessments and eyesight checks for drivers aged 70 and over to improve road safety. Critics call it ageist.
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Lloyds Bank Cheque Rule Sparks 75-Mile Deposit Row
A Lloyds Bank customer in Cornwall faces a 75-mile round trip to deposit a £900 HMRC cheque after the bank ended cheque services at Post Offices, sparking frustration.
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