Starmer gives UC claimants extra £608 before quitting
Keir Starmer will scrap the two-child benefit cap, giving Universal Credit claimants with more than two children an extra £608 a month before he leaves office.
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Black Country residents debate school closures amid heatwave
Residents in the Black Country debate school closures amid extreme heat, with some criticising teachers for seeking tans while others support pupil safety.
West Bromwich Stabbing Victim Also Had Phone Stolen
A man in his 20s was stabbed on Marsh Lane, West Bromwich, and had his phone stolen. Police say injuries are not life-threatening.
Liam Payne Died Without a Will: £24M to Son Bear
Liam Payne died intestate, leaving his £24 million fortune to his eight-year-old son Bear, with Cheryl Tweedy and lawyer Richard Bray as administrators.
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Landlords Face £7,000 Fines for Damp and Mould Hazards
Landlords who fail to fix dangerous housing conditions like damp and mould can now be fined up to £7,000 as new enforcement powers come into force from Monday, June 22. Councils can issue fines directly under the Renters’ Rights Act.
DWP Loophole Denies Full State Pension to Thousands
A loophole in DWP rules means thousands cannot claim full state pension at 66 due to timing of National Insurance contributions, forcing some to wait or buy credits.
Woman Found Dead in Kidderminster Canal Lock
A woman's body was discovered in a canal lock near Wolverley Road, Kidderminster, on June 22. Despite paramedics' and air ambulance efforts, she could not be saved. Police say the death is not suspicious.
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Tipton Man Jailed for Life for Girlfriend's Truck Murder
A Tipton man has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering his 19-year-old girlfriend by deliberately running her over with a truck in Oldbury.
Midlands Subsidence Risk Map for 40C Heatwave
A new subsidence risk map shows Midlands areas with moderate risk as UK braces for 40C heatwave. Subsidence claims hit record £307 million in 2025, with average payout £17,000.
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Evesham Man Jailed 22 Years for Attempted Murder
Clive Harris, 58, was sentenced to 22 years for attempting to murder a woman in Evesham, stabbing her in the hands, neck, and chest after entering her home unannounced.
Parents jailed after son, 12, dies from untreated diabetes
Tamara and Damion Thomas were sentenced for gross negligence manslaughter and child cruelty after their son Joshua died from undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes. The judge said their 'we know best' attitude had tragic consequences.
Teen Fights for Life After Zante Quad Bike Crash
A 19-year-old is in intensive care after a quad bike crash in Zante, just months after his father died in a similar accident in Wolverhampton.
Landlords Face £7k Fines for 21 Hazards in New Crackdown
Councils in England can now fine landlords up to £7,000 for 21 serious hazards like damp, mould, and faulty electrics under the Renters' Rights Act, aiming to improve housing standards.
DVLA Rule: Drivers Over 70 Risk Driving Ban
Drivers over 70 must renew their licence every three years or face being unable to drive legally, warns Age UK. The DVLA sends a D46P form 90 days before their 70th birthday.
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£18m for Homelessness in West Midlands
Over £18 million is set to be invested in Birmingham and Coventry to tackle homelessness, providing new supported housing and emergency accommodation.
Brian Lines dies in jail of heart failure after child abuse
Brian Lines, 86, from Leek, who was jailed for 30 years for horrific child sex offences in Staffordshire between 1970 and 2009, died of natural causes due to heart failure at HMP Stafford in September 2025.
Garden office dispute erupts between Midland neighbours
Justin and Julia Leech say they have lost 17.7sqm of their garden due to a boundary error at their newbuild home in Orleton, Herefordshire — and their neighbours have since built an office pod on the disputed land.
Luxury Car Wash Boss Sentenced for Abusing Ex-Girlfriend
Shezad Zaman, 37, owner of DAC Car Wash in Sparkbrook, received a suspended jail sentence for assaulting, strangling, and stalking his former girlfriend, who suffered a broken nose and perforated eardrum.
Man convicted of murdering teen Lily Whitehouse
Lily Whitehouse, 19, was killed by Mohammed Azim, 41, who met her when she was 16. He pinned her against a lamppost with his truck and lied to police.
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Quad bike horror shatters family's dream Greece holiday
A father describes the devastating quad bike accident that left his son fighting for life in a Greek hospital, with a GoFundMe appeal launched to cover mounting medical costs.
Free TV Licence Age May Drop from 75 to 66
A petition urging the Labour government to provide free TV licences for all state pensioners could be debated in Parliament if it reaches 100,000 signatures by July 21.
Rossendale Council Loses Power Over Major Housing Plans
Rossendale councillors condemn government designation allowing developers to bypass local authority for major housing applications, calling it an attack on local democracy.
Pensioners Face HMRC Bills After Withdrawal Error
A 29% rise in full pension withdrawals since 2018 has left thousands facing unexpected tax bills. Experts advise spreading withdrawals to avoid higher tax rates.
HMRC Overcharges 8 Million Pensioners Despite Labour Knowing
Labour government accused of knowing about HMRC's tax error for 12 months, resulting in 8.7 million state pensioners being overcharged. Minister confirms awareness since June 2025.
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Villagers React to Asylum Seeker Housing Plan
Residents of a West Midlands village express concerns over plans to house 121 asylum seekers on their housing estate, sparking debate.
Birmingham Dad Dies in Cyprus: Inquest Opened
An inquest has opened into the death of Kirtan Singh Loha, a 49-year-old factory worker from Yardley, who died in Cyprus on June 5. Cause of death remains unknown.
Santander Warns of Father's Day Scam After Men Lose £22 Million
Santander warns of Father's Day scams after research shows men have lost £22 million to fraud in 2026, with investment and purchase scams being the biggest threats.
£18m Plan to Tackle Homelessness in Birmingham and Coventry
Over £18 million is proposed to address homelessness and rough sleeping in Birmingham and Coventry, with new supported housing units and enhanced services planned.
Two West Midlands Areas Top Supported Housing Demand
New data reveals the two West Midlands areas with the highest demand for supported housing, highlighting urgent need for more accessible homes.
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IKEA Recalls Kitchen Item Over Injury Risk
IKEA has issued a recall for a common kitchen appliance due to potential injury risks. Customers urged to return product for full refund.
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