DWP Warning: 1 Million Young NEETs Face Benefits Trap
A new report warns that 1 million young people aged 16+ are NEET, with 65% remaining so the next year, risking long-term DWP benefits dependency.
Category : Social Issues
Man Extradited from Latvia Charged Over Boy's Death
A man has been extradited from Latvia and charged in connection with the death of 12-year-old Keon Lincoln in Birmingham. He will appear in court.
Burnham urged to scrap term-time holiday fines
Andy Burnham faces calls to abolish fines for term-time holidays after record 459,288 fines issued in England last year, sparking debate over effectiveness and fairness.
Mama Roux's Fears Demolition Over Digbeth Rail Plans
Mama Roux's in Digbeth faces demolition under Midlands Rail Hub proposals, threatening nightlife and independent culture. Venue urges public to submit feedback.
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Birmingham man sentenced for holding drugs for relative
Ezekiel Tulloch, 26, of Highgate, got a 9-month conditional discharge for possessing cocaine and cannabis, claiming he confiscated them from a relative.
Birmingham Takeaway Fined £12,000 for Mouse Infestation
Taste of Sichuan in Birmingham fined £12,000 after 144 photos showed mouse droppings near food. Court hears risk to public was 'huge'.
Walsall Reform councillors dodge climate change question
All 30 Reform UK and ex-Reform councillors in Walsall voted against a motion stating man-made climate change exists, but only two responded to questions, neither confirming their belief.
How Matthew Jonathan Was Caught for Jamie Gawler Murder
Matthew Jonathan was jailed for life for murdering Jamie Gawler after a ringing phone at a Welsh station and brutal videos revealed his crimes.
Smethwick Residents Furious Over Nappies in Trees
Smethwick residents are furious after dirty nappies and rubbish were thrown into a tree, sparking fears of rat and mouse invasions in the area.
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Jasmine Reveals Truth About Lorenzo Situation
Love Island's Jasmine Muller opens up about her 'jarring' friendship with Lorenzo, denying romantic feelings and addressing fan speculation.
Burnham and Healey to claw back £33 a month from pensioners
Labour's Burnham and Healey will implement the Winter Fuel Payments Charge, deducting £33 monthly from pensioners earning over £35,000, affecting a quarter of retirees.
Birmingham Beach Closes Early Due to Unforeseen Circumstances
Birmingham Beach on Digbeth High Street has closed early due to unforeseen circumstances, organizers Danter Attractions announced on August 2, thanking visitors for support.
Love Island's Lorenzo Caught Saving Videos of Jasmine
Love Island 2026 winner Lorenzo Alessi faces backlash after being caught liking model photos and saving Jasmine videos, leaving girlfriend Julia Majchrzak furious and embarrassed.
Stockport Pride Celebrates Community and Anti-Conversion Therapy Bill
Stockport Pride highlights community strength amid Berlin tragedy; MP Lisa Smart backs new bill banning conversion therapy with up to 5-year prison sentences.
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Classic British Baby Names Fading: Cecil Extinct, Leigh Nearly Gone
Cecil is officially extinct in 2024, while Leigh, Maurice, Percy, Claude, Winifred, Millicent, Freda, Rosina, and Bessie are nearly gone, according to ONS data.
99 ice cream with Flake hits £7, families spend £50 per child
A 99 with a Flake now costs £7 at one London vendor. Families spend £50 per child on ice cream this summer, as prices soar from 99p in the 1990s.
Mum of seven forced into mouldy Wolverhampton home
A mum of seven was forced to move 120 miles to a mouldy Wolverhampton house after a no-fault eviction. New Renters' Rights training gave her the confidence to fight back.
Pension Deductions Hit 3 Million Households
HMRC is deducting £17 monthly from state pensions for higher-income households, rising to £33 from April 2027. Around 3 million pensioners are affected due to Winter Fuel Payment changes. The deductions apply to those with incomes over £35,000.
Yasmin breaks silence on boyfriend rumours
Yasmin Hadlow addresses online rumours she had a boyfriend before Love Island, saying everyone was 'seeing people' and it's not a big deal.
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Birmingham residents face 'excrement and stray animals' as encampments rise
Unauthorised encampments in Birmingham have soared in 2025/26, leaving residents to clean up human excrement and stray animals, while the council admits to a shortage of permanent transit sites.
Teen drowns in east London dock despite rescue efforts
A 14-year-old boy has died after entering Millwall Outer Dock in east London. Police urge water safety as at least 39 open-water deaths reported this summer.
Supermarkets Pull Disposable Barbecues Amid Wildfire Fears
Asda, Tesco, Co-op and Sainsbury's have temporarily removed disposable barbecues from sale as fire chiefs warn of increasing wildfire risk across the Midlands amid a prolonged heatwave.
Dad dies saving daughter swept into sea at Fistral Beach
An inquest heard John Peter Collins, 66, and Samantha Adele Collins, 32, drowned at Fistral Beach after he tried to save her from the sea.
Yoto Player: My Favourite Screen-Free Tablet Alternative
Discover why the Yoto Player is a top screen-free alternative to tablets for kids, offering audio stories and music that boost imagination and independence.
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Love Island's Kavan Snubs Co-Star, Reigniting Feud
Love Island 2026 runner-up Kavan Murphy unfollows winner Julia Majchrzak on Instagram, backing girlfriend Jasmine Muller in a social media feud post-villa.
Illegal meat seized in Dudley; four arrested
Police and council officers seized over four tonnes of illegal meat in Dudley, arresting four men. The meat, from an unapproved plant, may carry diseases and contaminants, posing a risk to consumers.
Universal Credit up to £1,330 for 8 million as Burnham speaks
Universal Credit payments average £1,030, rising to £1,330 for families, with 8 million claimants. Andy Burnham rules out crude cuts, faces welfare reform pressure.
Woman in 90s dies in Staffordshire crash
A woman in her 90s died after a Ford and BMW collided on Bowsey Wood Road, Madeley, Newcastle-under-Lyme. Police appeal for witnesses.
Burnham urged to meet WASPI women after payout refusal
WASPI campaigners demand meeting with PM Andy Burnham after he ruled out £2,950 payouts for 3.5 million women. Angela Madden calls for 'fair redress'.
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CCTV Shows Suspect Wheeling Suitcase with Body in Athens
Chilling CCTV shows Sharif Ahmadzai wheeling a suitcase containing Lisa Ross's body through Athens. He confessed to transporting the body but denies murder.
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