UK's Poorest Cities: Lowest Disposable Income Revealed
A new report identifies the nine UK cities with the lowest disposable household income, highlighting economic disparities and stagnant wage growth across the nation.
Category : Social Issues
Nurse Alex Pretti Shot Dead by ICE Agents in Minneapolis
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was fatally shot by ICE agents in Minneapolis on January 24. Conflicting accounts surround the incident, with DHS claiming self-defence while eyewitnesses challenge this narrative.
Family Campaigns for 'Danielle's Law' After Tragic Death
The brother of Danielle Haggerty, who died after being left alone in a Tameside flat, is campaigning for a new 'duty to rescue' law to prevent similar tragedies.
ICE Shooting: Nurse's Gun May Have Been Fired Accidentally
New evidence suggests an ICE officer may have accidentally fired Alex Pretti's weapon, potentially triggering the fatal shooting of the nurse in Minneapolis.
Woman Scams DWP of £9,787 After Inheritance
Leigh-Ann Hart, 55, from East Lothian, fraudulently claimed benefits after receiving a family inheritance, resulting in a community payback order.
DWP's New Crisis Fund Replaces Household Support
The Department for Work and Pensions introduces a new Crisis and Resilience Fund as the Household Support Fund ends in March, offering flexible payments for essential needs.
Universal Credit Holiday Warning: Report Trips or Face Fines
Universal Credit claimants are being reminded to report any holidays abroad to the DWP to avoid potential fines of up to £5,000, with specific rules for payments during travel.
DWP Plans to Scrap ESA for New Unemployment Insurance
The DWP plans to replace 'new style' ESA, claimed by 1.4 million people, with a time-limited Unemployment Insurance benefit, as part of a major social security reform.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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