Carer scams friend with MS out of £5,000 in cruel fraud
A carer from Retford who fraudulently used a friend's mobility car for 41,800 miles and stole over £5,000 has received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Category : Social Issues
Birmingham men in national White Ribbon portrait series
Two Birmingham men feature in a powerful new portrait series unveiled for White Ribbon Day 2025, urging men to speak up against violence towards women and girls.
Mum's Universal Credit cut over 'stupid' DWP nursery rule
A single mother says she is 'fed up' after the DWP stopped her £189 Universal Credit nursery payment because she is unemployed. She now faces a £541 monthly bill alone.
Global Leaders Launch Panel to End Gender-Based Violence
A new global coalition, ALL IN, launches in London to accelerate action against gender-based violence, calling for leadership, funding, and prevention. #EndGBV
Universal Credit claimant mass-reported over TikTok videos
Ebony Wood, 26, claims she was mass-reported to the DWP after posting ragebait TikToks trolling 9-to-5 workers. The 'benefit Queen' said she gets paid to stay home.
Dudley safeguarding reports surge 300% in a decade
Dudley Council faces a 300% surge in adult safeguarding reports over ten years, with self-neglect the top concern, while care provider market struggles. Read the full report.
Carers Forced to Repay DWP Thousands in Benefits Scandal
Thousands of UK carers face huge debts after DWP benefit overpayments. A 60-year-old woman caring for her family must repay £1,623. Read the shocking review findings.
Migrants cancel DWP benefits over settlement fears
A low-paid carer cancels her family's benefits, including her autistic daughter's DLA, fearing new immigration rules will block her UK settlement. Experts warn of widespread discrimination.
Clarkson: Hard work is 'pointless' for young Brits
Jeremy Clarkson claims modern Britain makes hard graft 'pointless' for young people. He says he'd stay home if starting his career today. Read his controversial views.
Benefits influencer helps thousands claim ADHD support
A benefits influencer helping people with ADHD claim DWP support criticises Labour's 'disgusting' cuts. Discover the impact on disabled claimants.
DWP rejects £10 Christmas bonus increase to £165
The DWP has officially responded to a petition signed by over 20,600 people demanding the £10 Christmas Bonus for benefit claimants be increased to £165 to account for inflation.
Asylum seekers feel 'very vulnerable' after protests
Asylum seekers in Worcester, who escaped religious persecution and death threats, feel 'very vulnerable' after summer protests. A local charity calls for a refugee forum.
Mum's date ruined by 'mortifying' bottom slap
A mother felt 'compromised' after her first date ended abruptly when the man slapped her bottom in a pub. She details the 'yucky' experience and asks if she should tell him why.
Mum plans pregnancy after benefit cap scrapped
Rhianon Elizabeth from Leeds announces plans for third child after Labour government removes two-child benefit cap. Read about the controversial reaction and policy changes.
DWP penalises carers over eight-year-old errors
UK carers face DWP penalties for earnings mistakes made up to eight years ago. Damning review reveals systemic failures causing distress. Read the full investigation.
DWP Carer's Allowance letters leave claimants scared
A damning report reveals unpaid carers are being pursued by the DWP for overpayments they didn't cause, causing severe distress and shame. Read the full investigation.
High Caseloads Impact Dudley Children's Services
Ofsted inspectors found high caseloads are hindering Dudley Council's children's services. While social workers are dedicated, service delivery remains inconsistent. Read the full report.
DWP creates new team to protect vulnerable claimants
The DWP has established a new safeguarding unit following a scathing report from MPs demanding a 'deep rooted culture change'. Discover the department's new strategy.
AI Photo Animation: Joyful or Creepy?
Exploring the emotional impact of AI technology that animates old family photos. Should we embrace digital resurrection or let memories rest? Share your thoughts.
Homeless man killed in Northampton bin lorry tragedy
A homeless man, Sajmir Beca, 30, died after being crushed in a bin lorry in Northampton. The inquest has been opened. Our thoughts are with his family.
Midlands towns named among England's poorest areas
New data reveals nearly half of Birmingham's neighbourhoods are highly deprived, as the Midlands features heavily in England's top 50 poorest areas list. Discover the full rankings.
Heartbreaking 25% surge in UK pet abandonment
The RSPCA reports a devastating 25% rise in pet abandonment across England and Wales. With winter approaching, the charity urges struggling owners to seek help. #CostOfLivingCrisis
MP reveals rape ordeal in emotional Commons speech
Labour MP Josh Newbury bravely shares his sexual assault experience from a decade ago during International Men's Day debate, calling for an end to victim stigma.
Homeless man crushed to death in bin lorry
Tragic death of Sajmir Beca, 30, after being crushed in a refuse lorry in Northampton. The inquest reveals details as charities call for action on rough sleeping.
Starmer's vow on Birmingham child poverty crisis
PM Keir Starmer makes personal pledge to tackle Birmingham's child poverty emergency but faces mounting pressure to scrap controversial two-child benefit cap ahead of Budget.
Racist attacks surge, leaving minority women in fear
A surge in racially motivated violence in the West Midlands has left minority women living in fear, altering daily routines and reviving historic anxieties. Charities report unprecedented demand for safety guides.
Dudley child left alone as carers hid in attic
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
Council blasts 'keyboard warriors' over hate
A parish council clerk hits back at online bullies after the council chairman was falsely accused of phone use at a Remembrance service. Read the full story.
Mum gets £3,900 benefits but still skint before Christmas
A DWP mum-of-four receiving £3,900 monthly Universal Credit reveals she's 'still skint' and struggling to afford Christmas essentials. Discover her financial reality.
Ofcom plans free stamps for millions on benefits
Ofcom proposes free or discounted postage stamps for vulnerable households. Learn how this new social tariff could help with rising postal costs and what it means for other customers.
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