DWP told to stop Universal Credit for 1.5 million migrants
Nearly 1.5 million migrants on Universal Credit, sparking calls from Conservatives to ban benefits for non-citizens. Labour proposes doubling settlement wait time.
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UK Tourists Stranded in Spain Over Dual Nationality Rule
A Scottish mother and her 11-month-old baby are stranded in Spain after Ryanair refused boarding due to new UK dual nationality rules requiring a Certificate of Entitlement to the Right of Abode.
Walsall Parents' Grief After Son's Stabbing Death
The parents of Mohammed Khan, 22, speak of their heartbreak after he was stabbed to death in Walsall. Four men have been jailed for the murder.
Drunk Thug Shoves Tesco Shopper into Sandwich Chiller
Carl Walker, 48, drank a litre of vodka and took cocaine before shoving a shopper into a sandwich chiller at a Tesco Express in Newcastle, Staffordshire. He also assaulted police officers.
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State Pension Warning for Those Born Before 1979
People born between 1960 and 1979 are urged to check DWP rule changes on state pension age. Experts warn of a growing gap between expected retirement and pension access.
Police Warn of Convincing Fraudster Posing as Officer
West Mercia Police issue urgent advice after a victim received a 'very convincing' phone call from a fraudster posing as a police officer in the West Midlands.
Trans Woman Fears Being Forced Into Men's Spaces
A trans woman from Birmingham, writing under a pseudonym, shares her fear of being forced into men's spaces due to upcoming legislation, highlighting the distinction between transsexual and transgender identities.
Twin Unaware of Sister's Swiss Clinic Suicide Plan
Wendy Duffy, 56, ended her life at a Swiss clinic after her son's death. Her twin sister says she had no idea of the plan and only found out via social media.
UK Foreign Office Updates Russia Travel Warning
The FCDO warns British tourists of unpredictable security in Russia due to Ukraine war, drone attacks, and air defense threats. Updated guidance from May 5.
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6 New Social Media Rules Proposed for UK Households
The UK government launches a consultation on banning under-16s from social media, restricting risky features, and introducing screen time limits to protect children online.
Dog Attacks in West Midlands More Than Double Since Pandemic
Dog attacks in the West Midlands have more than doubled since the pandemic, with 1,325 incidents recorded in 2025, up from 545 in 2020.
Headteacher Reveals Child Poverty in Birmingham Schools
A Birmingham headteacher shares shocking instances of child poverty, including a child hiding a single slice of bread for lunch, highlighting the crisis among working families.
Birmingham LGBTQ+ Hate Crime: 634 Incidents in 2025
As Birmingham Pride approaches, new data reveals 634 LGBTQ+ hate crimes in 2025. A new law making such crimes aggravated offences has received royal assent, but challenges remain.
Older State Pensioners Nearly £3,000 Worse Off
State pensioners born before 1951 face nearly £3,000 less annually compared to those on the new flat rate, which rises 4.8% to £12,548.
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Ex-DWP Worker Charges £197 for Benefit Claim Coaching
Alison McRobbie, sacked by DWP, now charges £197 for online courses on claiming disability benefits, sparking fraud concerns.
DWP Urged to Keep Triple Lock to Avoid £2,100 Pension Loss
Age UK slams Tony Blair Institute's call to end state pension Triple Lock, warning it would cost claimants £2,100 and worsen financial struggles for older people.
Nottingham Tops Midlands Crime Rate Rankings
Nottingham has been named the most dangerous city in the Midlands with a crime rate of 122 per 1,000 residents, ranking seventh nationally. Birmingham sits at 16th.
Asylum Seeker Jailed for Drug Line in Rugeley
Mariglen Malaj, an asylum seeker claiming inability to work, was jailed for two years and nine months for operating a cocaine supply line in Rugeley, Staffordshire.
Police in Cornwall Probe Unexplained Death of Woman
A woman's body was discovered in woodlands near Camborne, Cornwall on Sunday morning. Police are treating the death as unexplained and have cordoned off the area.
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Shoplifting Surge: Complex Crime Needs Diverse Solutions
Shoplifting incidents in England and Wales have soared to over 530,000, affecting retailers and staff. The crime involves diverse offenders, from desperate parents to organized gangs, requiring multifaceted solutions beyond just punishment.
Fake Designer Sunglasses: UK Warning on Eye Damage Risk
Experts warn counterfeit sunglasses lack UV protection, increasing eye damage risk. Always check for safety marks before buying.
Arrest After Woman Raped in Alleyway Near City Centre
A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape after a woman was attacked in an alleyway off The Tything in Worcester city centre between 6am and 8.30am on May 2.
Birmingham Woman Lost £880 on Scratchcards
Megan Smith Evans and her friends spent £880 on National Lottery Scratchcards, hoping to win big. They ended up losing money and being put off Scratchcards for life.
Birmingham Jewish Community 'Filled with Fear' After Attack
Ruth Jacobs, chair of the Jewish representative council for Birmingham and the West Midlands, says the community feels vulnerable after two Jewish men were stabbed in London in a terror incident.
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LGBTQ Equality Weaponised in Birmingham Elections
LGBTQ equality has been weaponised in Birmingham elections, with candidates reporting homophobic slurs and intimidation. Green Party candidate Hanooshi Hassan was allegedly threatened for leafleting.
Thug stops stabbing elderly man only when blade breaks
Razvan Mut, 35, stabbed, kicked, punched and stamped on Stephen Watts in a 13-minute attack, only stopping when the knife blade broke.
Teen dies after tree falls on him in Stafford
A teenage boy has died after a tree fell on him in Stafford. Emergency services were called to Holmcroft Road but could not save him.
£1,850 Scam Warning for Major Airline Passengers
Action Fraud reports average losses of £1,850 per victim. Which? warns UK tourists about fake airline accounts and fraudulent holiday listings.
FCDO Warns UK Tourists in Italy Over 4 Specific Laws
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for Italy, highlighting four specific laws tourists must follow to avoid fines, including littering, sitting on monuments, and more.
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78% Back Lower Drink-Drive Limit in New Poll
A new poll reveals 78% support reducing England and Wales' drink-drive limit, with 87% backing harsher penalties. Labour's new laws gain public backing.
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