Lawn Mowing Rules: Hours That Could Get You Reported
Know the legal hours for mowing your lawn to avoid noise complaints. Councils can issue fines up to £5,000 for antisocial mowing under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
Category : Housing Issues
Triple Lock Rise 'Won't Be Felt' by Pensioners Due to Tax Rules
Experts warn that frozen tax bands mean many pensioners will see little benefit from the triple lock rise, as more face income tax on their state pension.
HMRC Confirms Council Tax Rules for Houseboat Residents
Zack Polanski admits possible council tax error on houseboat. HMRC clarifies rules: tax depends on mooring and primary residence status.
Black Country Foodbank Closure Hits Vulnerable
Smethwick Church Action Network foodbank in Sandwell closes due to financial losses, affecting thousands who relied on emergency food parcels.
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Travellers at Sheldon Park for Third Time in 2026
A convoy of caravans arrived at Sheldon Country Park in Birmingham on Tuesday evening, marking the third illegal encampment at the site this year.
Protest Over Unauthorised Food Park in Birmingham
Residents in Alum Rock protested after 'Rock Park' food court opened without planning permission. Council confirms investigation, site agreed to close but some vendors continued.
Police Seize Large Drug Stash After Solihull Vehicle Stop
Police in Solihull discovered a significant quantity of Class A and Class B drugs after stopping a suspicious vehicle on Hobs Moat Road, leading to four arrests.
Council Refuses Children's Care Home Plans in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton City Council has rejected plans to convert a family home into a children's care home, citing lack of need and concerns over housing supply, character, and highway safety.
Fire Destroys New £5K B&Q Kitchen in Coventry
A mother describes her devastation after a fire caused by a faulty plug socket destroyed her newly renovated £5,000 B&Q kitchen in Coventry, leaving her family homeless.
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New Compulsory Tests for Drivers Over 70 in England
The UK government is consulting on mandatory cognitive and eyesight tests for drivers over 70 in England, affecting six million motorists.
UC claimants get £608 more monthly after cap scrapped
Labour scraps two-child benefit cap, giving some families £608 extra monthly. Critics question spending, but government says it lifts children out of poverty.
Stirchley Co-op Building Needs £1.3m for Community Buyout
The Stirchley Co-operative Development building in Birmingham needs £1.3m to secure community ownership after a breakdown with housing association GreenSquareAccord. Loans or grants are sought.
Birmingham Takeaway Closed Over Cockroach and Rodent Infestations
Birmingham Indian takeaway Desi Khana shut down after environmental health officers found cockroach and rodent infestations, posing imminent health risk.
Rent Double Lock Proposed for England's Private Renters
IPPR think tank calls for a rent 'double lock' in England, linking increases to lower of wages or inflation, to tackle unaffordable housing costs.
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Drivers Over 70 Face Second Mandatory Test and Eyesight Check
Drivers over 70 may face mandatory cognitive tests in addition to eyesight checks following a Labour government consultation as part of the Road Safety Strategy.
Scammers Offer Fake Inheritance Tax Avoidance Schemes
UK households warned against scammers offering bogus inheritance tax avoidance schemes, exploiting confusion over upcoming pension changes. Cold calls are illegal.
Dropped Kerb Rule: UK Households Risk £1,000 Fine
UK households with dropped kerbs risk £1,000 fines if they park on driveways without proper pavement access. Planning permission rules under the Highways Act 1980 apply.
IKEA Recalls Garlic Press Over Metal Fragments Risk in UK
IKEA urges UK customers to stop using IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic presses from certain batches due to breakage risk, offering full refunds without receipt.
£35k income warning for state pensioners over fuel payment
State pensioners with annual incomes above £35,000 won't qualify for Winter Fuel Payments under new rules confirmed by Rachel Reeves.
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Man living on church floor stole £170 from Boots after pills
Damien Carter, 42, stole £170 worth of items from Boots in Leek while living on a church floor after taking zopiclone tablets. He pleaded guilty and was fined £80.
Japanese Knotweed Could Cost UK Homeowners £12,000
Japanese knotweed growing season is underway, potentially costing UK households up to £12,000 for removal and repairs. Learn early warning signs.
DWP Vows to Fix 'Broken' Housing Benefit as Claims Hit 1.5M
The DWP faces pressure to control Housing Benefit costs, projected to reach £38.8bn in 2026-27. Labour promises to build 1.5 million homes to address the housing crisis.
Motorist Hit with £8,500 Ulez Fines After Plate Cloning
A driver received 77 unpaid PCNs from TfL after their car number plate was cloned, racking up £8,500 in fines. TfL rejected the appeal despite the vehicle never being in London.
Tenants Demand Action Over Hazardous Scaffolding in Worcester
Residents in Warndon, Worcester, raise safety fears over scaffolding left by Platform Housing, citing ignored concerns, broken access, and antisocial behavior.
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Disqualified Birmingham Driver Caught After Panic Attack on Bus
Mohhammod Suleman, 24, was caught driving while banned in Erdington after claiming a panic attack on public transport. He received a 12-month community order and extended ban.
Jet2 passenger: flight 'very uncomfortable' due to seatmate
A Jet2 passenger described a four-and-a-half-hour flight as 'very uncomfortable' after a larger seatmate invaded personal space, sparking debate on wider seats.
Martin Lewis reveals £1m inheritance tax loophole
Martin Lewis explains how UK households can legally leave up to £1 million inheritance tax-free using a HMRC loophole, boosting the threshold by £675,000.
State Pensioners Face Property Sales After Rule Change
State pensioner landlords may be forced to sell properties due to the new Renters' Rights Act, with experts warning all landlords under 55 are at risk.
Yardley Money Laundering Arrest: Cash Seized
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Yardley, Birmingham, after police seized hundreds of thousands of pounds in cash during a morning raid on suspicion of money laundering.
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Stolen tractor rammed into Middlesbrough home; gang flees
A stolen tractor was driven 'full throttle' into a Middlesbrough home by a masked gang who then fled in a getaway car. Police investigate.
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