ScottishPower sends six cheques to dead customer
ScottishPower faces backlash for sending six cheques to a deceased customer and a debt collection letter for £130, causing distress to the bereaved family.
Category : Social Issues
Basic State Pensioners Get Extra £922 from DWP
Basic state pensioners can receive up to £230.54 per week in Additional Pension, adding £922 monthly. Eligibility depends on National Insurance and birth dates.
State Pension Age Rise in July for 1960 Births
The DWP state pension age is rising from 66 to 67 for those born between April 1960 and March 1961, with phased increases based on birth months.
DWP Reduces Pension Credit for £10k Savers
DWP cuts Pension Credit payments for state pensioners with over £10,000 savings. The benefit worth £4,300/year includes Savings Credit and Guarantee Credit.
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Summer Heat Damages Gaming Controllers and Batteries
Gamers are warned that leaving controllers, headsets, and handheld consoles in hot places like cars or windowsills can damage lithium-ion batteries and reduce lifespan.
Big Cat Sighting in West Midlands Woods
Residents in Binley Woods reported a 'big cat' sighting to Coventry police, who shared the news in a nature update. Similar sightings occurred a decade ago.
Nine Birmingham Areas in England's Top 20 for Child Poverty
New data reveals nine Birmingham areas rank in England's top 20 for child poverty, with Heartlands at 66%. A mother skips meals to feed her son as the crisis deepens.
Mother jailed for life after fatal attack on baby Eliza Ngaba
Sarah Ngaba was sentenced to life in prison for murdering her seven-week-old daughter Eliza, who died aged two from injuries sustained in the brutal assault.
Moseley Man Fined £225 for Cannabis Possession
Arraz Mzori, 22, from Moseley, was fined £225 after admitting cannabis possession at Birmingham Magistrates' Court. Police approached him due to the smell.
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Why Belfast Riots Matter for Birmingham
Birmingham's diversity is under threat from far-right riots elsewhere. Social media fuels hatred, but the city's strength lies in its multicultural fabric.
Belfast Riots: 12 Officers Injured, MP Slams 'Racist Thuggery'
Twelve police officers were injured in Belfast as masked rioters threw bricks and petrol bombs. Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn condemned the 'racist thuggery' amid unrest linked to a knife attack.
Ryanair Probed Over Fees for Parents Sitting with Children
The UK competition watchdog is investigating Ryanair over charges that parents must pay to sit with their children on flights, potentially breaching consumer law.
New DWP Rule from July 1 Forces PIP Claimants to 'Stay Home'
From July 1, new VAT, premium tax, and higher mileage charges on Motability Scheme leases may force PIP claimants to stay home, sparking concerns.
DWP Urged to Change PIP for Invisible Symptoms
The MS Society calls for DWP to reform PIP assessments, ending the '50% rule' and reliance on informal observations that ignore fluctuating and invisible symptoms.
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Rayner Blasts Visa Rule Changes for Migrant Workers
Former Deputy PM Angela Rayner opposes extending settlement wait for migrant care workers from 5 to 15 years, calling it 'un-British' and retrospective.
Belfast Stabbing Victim Drugged and Burned by Gang in 2001
Stephen Ogilvie, 44, fighting for life after Belfast stabbing, was previously drugged and set on fire by drug dealer David McLeave in 2001 in Scotland.
Kinder Surprise clue leads to drug dealer's prison sentence
A 56-year-old drug dealer from Rugeley was sentenced to over five years after police found a Kinder Surprise container, cash, and heroin during a stop and search.
Father of Belfast Attack Victim Pleads for End to Disinformation
Stephen Ogilvie remains stable in ICU after a knife attack in North Belfast. His father appeals for an end to false online rumors, as violence erupts across the city.
Smartphones and Children: Birmingham Schools Debate Safety
Birmingham teachers report students sleep-deprived due to late-night phone use, with concerns over grooming and FOMO. Experts debate smartphone harms vs. benefits.
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Birmingham's Largest Traveller Camp on Parkland Near Asda
Around 50 caravans and motorhomes have set up camp on Barnes Hill parkland near the Asda superstore, shocking local residents. The council vows to take action.
Brothers, 8 and 5, Killed in Cornwall Crash Leave 'Hole'
Tobias Rice, 8, and Finley Rice, 5, from Christchurch, died in a multi-vehicle crash on the A30 in Cornwall. Their parents express profound grief.
Millions Miss Out on Bill Support as Debt Hits £7bn
A National Audit Office report reveals that millions of households are unaware of financial support schemes for energy, water, and broadband bills, as total utility debt exceeds £7 billion.
Tributes Pour In for West Midlands Man After River Death
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a West Midlands man who tragically died in a river incident. The community mourns the loss of a beloved individual.
Dudley Street 'Abandoned' to Yobs and Drug Users
A Dudley street is blighted by fly-tipping, drug use, and prostitution, causing rat infestations and endangering vulnerable charity clients. The council is accused of inaction.
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UK Households Warned Over £20 Note Scams as Police Probe
Staffordshire Police warns households about counterfeit £20 notes used in Apple MacBook purchases. Scams occurred in Cotes Heath and Derrington; investigation ongoing.
Teen Girl Repeatedly Raped by Four Men in Bristol
A 17-year-old girl was allegedly groomed online, taken by taxi to a Bristol home, and repeatedly raped by three men and a teenage boy, a court heard.
Dog Breed Ban Fears Dismissed Under New Health Rules
Local authorities clarify that popular dog breeds like French bulldogs and corgis are not facing a ban. A new voluntary health assessment aims to reduce extreme physical traits causing suffering, not target specific breeds.
DWP Urged to End Non-Means-Tested Payments for ADHD, Autism
A poll of 1,000 GPs finds many believe ADHD and autism diagnoses are given too easily to children, with some parents financially incentivised by disability benefits. Report urges reform.
Birmingham Killer Remains Public Danger, Judge Says
A man with paranoid schizophrenia who killed his girlfriend in 2014 has been given a hospital order. The judge ruled he remains a danger to the public.
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Van Driver Banned for Cannabis Before M54 Journey
A 34-year-old van driver has been banned from the roads after admitting to taking cannabis before driving on the M54. He was stopped by police near Telford.
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