Ex-Girlfriend Supports Brooklyn Beckham's Parental Claims
Afton McKeith, former partner of Brooklyn Beckham, confirms his recent statements about growing up under intense parental pressure and public scrutiny.
Category : Social Issues
Household Support Fund Ends in March, Replaced by New Scheme
The Department for Work and Pensions will terminate all Household Support Fund payments from March 31, with Gateshead Council warning of the change to a new Crisis Resilience Fund.
West Midlands Areas Among UK's Least Happy Places
Walsall, Birmingham, and Dudley have been ranked among the bottom 20 least happy places to live in the UK according to Rightmove's annual survey based on resident feedback.
Universal Credit: Can Inheritance Pay for Wedding?
A family faces a benefits dilemma as a mother receiving Universal Credit inherits £70,000 and wants to help pay for her child's wedding, risking 'deprivation of capital' rules.
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Midlands Cities Named Among Britain's Most Deprived
A new national index reveals multiple Midlands towns and cities ranking among Britain's most deprived areas, with Walsall placed at the very bottom of the prosperity and quality of life assessment.
DWP £150 Compensation After 'Six Months of Hell'
A Worcestershire engineer receives £150 compensation from the DWP after enduring six months of administrative chaos over a Child Maintenance Service error.
Cabbie Scammed DWP Out of £7,000 Universal Credit
A Welsh taxi driver has been sentenced after fraudulently claiming £7,000 in Universal Credit while concealing £85,000 in savings from the DWP during the pandemic.
Debt Crisis: 400,000+ Seek Help as Pressures Mount
Citizens Advice reports a 44% surge in debt cases, with average debts hitting £8,900. The Breathing Space scheme offers crucial relief, but experts call for reforms to aid millions struggling.
Water Bill Complaints Soar 50% in England and Wales
Customer complaints over water bills have surged by 50% in England and Wales, with over 16,000 lodged in 2025, driven by affordability issues and calls for regulatory reform.
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Mum-of-10 Guilty of Keeping 'House Slave' for Decades
Amanda Wixon, 56, has been found guilty of false imprisonment and assault after keeping a vulnerable woman in squalid conditions for over 25 years in Gloucestershire.
DWP Bank Account Checks for Benefit Fraud
The Department for Work and Pensions announces new measures allowing banks to check accounts of benefit claimants for fraud indicators, with savings limits like £16,000 for Universal Credit.
Birmingham Areas Named England's Poorest in New Data
New hyperlocal data reveals Birmingham neighbourhoods, led by Sparkhill North, have the lowest average disposable incomes in England, highlighting severe economic struggles.
DWP Crisis Fund: Direct Cash Payments from April 2026
A new government scheme will provide direct cash payments to households facing financial emergencies from April 2026 until 2029, administered by local councils.
DWP Bank Account Checks for Universal Credit
The Department for Work and Pensions is set to implement new powers to check bank accounts of benefit claimants to combat fraud, starting with Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA.
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Ex-Councillor Admits 13-Year Drugging and Sexual Abuse
Philip Young, a former Conservative councillor, has pleaded guilty to 48 charges including rape, sexual assault, and administering substances to his ex-wife over a 13-year period.
Parents on Trial After Baby Suffered 47 Rib Fractures
A court hears how a premature baby died with catastrophic injuries allegedly inflicted by her parents, who prosecutors say were substance abusers.
50 Cheap or Free Days Out on Universal Credit
Discover a comprehensive list of 50 attractions offering discounted or free entry for families receiving Universal Credit and other DWP benefits across the UK.
Free Energy Debt Help Sessions Launch in Newport
Newport hosts free energy debt advice sessions as over a third of Welsh households avoid seeking help due to fear and embarrassment over rising bills.
Carer Demands Government Support for Elderly Care
Sara Wise, 66, cares full-time for her 94-year-old mother and says the Government must do more to support carers past state pension age, as her retirement plans have vanished.
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Meghan Trainor Defends Surrogacy for Baby Daughter
Meghan Trainor has spoken out about using a surrogate to welcome her baby girl, defending the decision as a safe and beautiful way to build a family.
Walsall: UK's Most Deprived Town Like 'Real Shameless'
Residents of Walsall describe their town as worse than TV's Shameless, with homeless beggars reportedly earning more than market traders and streets feeling unsafe day and night.
DWP criticised over Access to Work data gap on job losses
The Department for Work and Pensions has admitted it does not track how many disabled people lose employment due to reductions in Access to Work awards, sparking concern from charities and campaigners.
Rose West's 'Run to Police' Prison Warning
Notorious serial killer Rose West gave chilling advice to a fellow inmate before her release, urging her to 'run to the police' if encountering danger.
£430 UC Boost for 4.2M from April 2026
Around 4.2 million Universal Credit claimants will receive a £430 monthly increase from April 2026, though new recipients face reduced payments under Labour's rule changes.
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533 Conditions Qualify for £187 Weekly PIP Payments
The DWP has released a full list of 533 health conditions that make individuals eligible for Personal Independence Payments, with weekly sums reaching up to £187.45.
New DWP Crisis Fund Offers £1bn Support with Flexible Eligibility
The Department for Work and Pensions announces a new Crisis and Resilience Fund providing emergency cash payments to low-income households across England, with flexible eligibility criteria.
Teen Killers Post Prison Reunion Photo, Outraging Victims' Families
Two teenagers convicted of murdering Max Dixon and Mason Rist in Bristol have shared a photo on social media bragging about being reunited in prison, prompting complaints from victims' families.
DWP Targets 15 Banks in Benefits Fraud Crackdown
The Department for Work and Pensions is launching targeted bank account checks on benefits claimants, focusing on Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit.
4.2 Million on 'No Work' Universal Credit, DWP Figures Reveal
New DWP statistics reveal 4.2 million people receive Universal Credit with no work requirements, a significant increase from 2024, driven by mental health claims and political debate.
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Mother's Plea to Bring Son Home After Thailand Death
A Grimsby mother makes an emotional appeal for help to repatriate her son's body after he was found deceased in a Thai hotel following a nine-day search.
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