Woman gets five-year animal ban after neglect case
Deborah Oakley, of Ruardean, has been banned from keeping animals for five years after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to a dog and three fish and failing to meet their needs.
Category : Health
Woman dies at Asda in Walsall after medical emergency
A woman has died at an Asda superstore in Darlaston, Walsall, after a medical emergency. Paramedics were called at 12.42pm and pronounced her dead at the scene despite advanced life support.
Megan Skiendiel's Katseye Hiatus: Why She Missed Wild Promo
Megan Skiendiel is not on hiatus from Katseye; she took a day off due to feeling unwell, missing a Wild fan signing on Aug 17. She reassured fans on WeVerse.
Hospital worker born at 2lb supports sick children with play
Sam Clarke, a health play specialist born prematurely at under 2lb, uses her own experience to support sick children at Basildon Hospital, where she was born.
UK tourists urged to seek malaria advice before travelling
UKHSA warns travellers that a single mosquito bite can cause malaria; advises checking TravelHealthPro and seeking medical advice 4-6 weeks before departure.
DWP confirms PIP payments to remain for 300,000 claimants
The DWP has confirmed PIP payments will continue for 300,000 people awaiting reassessment, as the Timms Review aims to report by Autumn 2026.
Rare mixed triplets: mum uses 1,120 nappies a month
Georgie Eustace, 34, from Wolverhampton, gave birth to naturally conceived mixed triplets—two identical, one fraternal—and now changes 1,120 nappies monthly, costing £55 so far.
State Pension 2027-28: £515 Rise Under Burnham
State pension rates for 2027-28 are set to rise by £515 to £13,062 (new) and £395 to £10,010 (basic) following wage growth of 4.1%, under Andy Burnham's triple lock commitment.
MAFS UK 2026 delayed: Channel 4 review ongoing
MAFS UK series 11 is delayed indefinitely as Channel 4 awaits an external welfare review, following Panorama concerns. No September return; Australia airs March 2027.
Bilston house fire: Woman and two children taken to hospital
A woman and two children were taken to hospital after a house fire in Bilston. They were assessed for smoke inhalation following the blaze on Greenway Road.
Pre-2016 pensioners face £3,053 gap under triple lock
Wage growth at 4.1% could lift state pensions next April, but pre-2016 retirees on the basic rate would receive £10,009, a £3,053 difference from the full rate.
EU bans TPO in gel nail polish: Will UK follow?
The EU has banned gel nail polishes containing TPO, a chemical linked to fertility harm. The UK is expected to follow suit in late 2026 or early 2027, but TPO-free gels remain available.
Andy Burnham £10,009 annual payment planned for basic state pension
Andy Burnham's triple lock pledge as PM could raise basic state pension by £395 to £10,009 a year, based on 4.1% wage growth.
Burnley Centre Offers 200 Low-Cost Prostate Tests
Charter Walk, The Mayoress's Committee, and East Lancs Prostate Cancer Support Group fund 200 subsidised blood tests for men aged 40+, costing just £5 each, with results by post or email.
Melora Mānuka Skincare Bundle 30% Off
Melora's Mānuka Skincare 3-in-1 Bundle is 30% off, letting shoppers get the moisturiser for under £13. Praised for eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea.
British couple die in Greece helicopter crash
A helicopter crash on the Greek island of Sifnos killed three people, including a British couple on honeymoon. The aircraft burst into flames near homes in Tholos.
Seven protected groups in Reform's PIP and Universal Credit cuts plan
Reform UK's proposed DWP cuts would protect seven groups of PIP and Universal Credit claimants, including those with terminal illness, severe disability, and major neurological disease, while aiming to save families £1,700 a year by 2030.
£35,000 Income Rule for Winter Fuel Payments
Winter Fuel Payments are now means-tested: pensioners with income over £35,000 lose eligibility, affecting three million over-65s. HMRC claws back payments.
DWP enhanced scrutiny for ADHD, anxiety, depression claimants
Reform UK plans to target PIP claimants with mental health conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression for enhanced scrutiny at assessment, as outlined by Robert Jenrick.
PIP claimants face 'much harsher' DWP assessments under Reform
Reform's DWP plans would replace PIP and WCA with a harsher disability needs assessment, warns Benefits and Work. The change could affect eligibility and work requirements.
NHS staff lose 430 million hours a year to admin tasks
NHS staff spend 430 million hours yearly on admin, equal to 220,000 full-time roles. Nine in 10 report harm to well-being. Report urges unified systems and automation.
Burnham and Healey urged to commit to Pension Tax Lock
AJ Bell urges Andy Burnham and John Healey to commit to a Pension Tax Lock before the October 28 Autumn Statement, warning that uncertainty over tax-free cash could trigger another surge in pension withdrawals.
Nationwide and Virgin Money offer £555 benefits check boost
Nationwide and Virgin Money now offer a free online benefits checker that has found an average of £555 a month in extra income for eligible households, with £115m identified so far.
Mike Bailey's Daughter on His Alzheimer's Battle
Mike Bailey's daughter shares the heartbreaking reality of his Alzheimer's diagnosis, detailing the family's journey and emotional impact.
MySweetSmile Gum Serum Sale: £5 Off and BOGOF Deal
MySweetSmile's Hyaluronic Gum Serum is reduced to £24.99, saving £5, with a Buy 2 Get 1 Free deal. Shoppers praise it for relieving gum inflammation and bleeding, with a 4.5-star Trustpilot rating.
MAFS experts John and Alessandra on filming without Mel
MAFS Australia experts John Aiken and Alessandra Rampolla reveal the 'bittersweet' and 'difficult' experience of filming the new season without late co-star Mel Schilling.
24/7 Defibrillator Installed on Oxford Road
A new 24/7 publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at Cholsey House on Oxford Road by the John Sykes Foundation, providing a critical emergency lifeline for locals, workers, and commuters in a busy area of Reading.
DWP £429 PIP payment planned for seven claimant groups
Reform UK proposes a new £429.80 monthly PIP/HSA payment for seven severe disability groups, aiming to save £50bn and address welfare costs, according to Robert Jenrick.
Charnwood Health and Wellbeing Event in September 2026
Charnwood residents can access free health advice, mental wellbeing support, and lifestyle tips at the inaugural Community Health and Wellbeing event on September 8, 2026, in Loughborough.
HMRC urges Child Benefit extension by August 31
HMRC urges parents of 16-19-year-olds to extend Child Benefit by August 31 if their child continues in approved education or training; payments stop otherwise.
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