State Pensioners on DWP Benefit Could Get £86 Extra
State pensioners with severe disabilities on Pension Credit may receive an extra £86.05 weekly, plus other support, according to DWP guidance.
Category : Health
Owner's Heartbreak as Rottweiler Found Stabbed to Death
A Rottweiler named Bruce was found fatally stabbed under a bridge in Chelmsley Wood, sparking an RSPCA investigation and a £5,000 PETA reward.
Olton Family Home to Become Children's Care Home Approved
Solihull planners approved a children's care home in Olton in five minutes, despite 21 neighbour objections, citing no statutory consultee concerns.
West Midlands Wild Swimming Spots Rated 'Poor' in Water Quality
Environment Agency ranks West Midlands bathing spots as 'poor' water quality. One in 14 English sites rated poor. Full list of 32 affected spots.
Viral Veg Grower Gerald Stratford's Tips for Kids
Gerald Stratford, 77, with 714k followers, teams up with HelloFresh to launch The Curious Kitchen, offering simple crops for children to grow.
Pensioners' Annuity Income Hits £3,653 Under Burnham
Annuity rates have risen by £106 since March 2026, lifting average annual income to £3,653, as gilt yields climb amid market unrest, according to Moneyfactscompare.
Witch Helps Women Embrace Inner Witch
Debbie McLeod, 68, a self-described 'mid-life mystic mentor', helps middle-aged women reclaim identity through spells, rituals, and dried herbs.
E-Scooter Riders Face Higher Brain Injury Risk
A UK study reveals e-scooter riders are 3.5 times more likely to suffer traumatic brain injury than motorcyclists, with helmet use rare and children at risk.
Watch the 2026 Solar Eclipse Live from Home Next Week
On August 12, 2026, a rare solar eclipse will sweep across Europe. The ESA will livestream the event from Spain, starting at 5:30pm BST, with totality at 6:31pm.
Pre-1961 Born Can Get £3,653 Annuity Boost
People born before 1961 can secure £3,653 average annual income from a £50,000 pension pot, as annuity rates rise to 7.06% in July 2026, according to Standard Life and Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.
Coronation Street rapist died of natural causes in prison
Serial rapist Andrew Davies, known as the 'Coronation Street rapist', died of natural causes in HMP Moorland in February 2026, aged 69, after serving 13 life sentences.
DWP Tax-Free Payments List for Pensioners Under Burnham
The Treasury confirms state pensioners with sole income from basic or new state pension owe no income tax. DWP lists tax-free benefits including PIP, Attendance Allowance, and more.
Fire Causes Panic on Birmingham Shopping Street
A fierce blaze behind shops on Washwood Heath Road in Ward End sparked panic, with 18 firefighters tackling the flames and the road closed both ways.
State pensioners born before 1961 can get £9,000 extra
State pensioners born before 1961 can boost income by up to £9,000 as annuity rates hit 18-year high, says Standard Life.
Infant formula prices to rise as whey protein costs surge
Whey protein prices have soared, threatening higher infant formula costs. Experts warn of affordability crisis and call for action.
Booking.com Host Booking Refund Warning
Booking.com customers face refund battles with hosts, not hotels. Consumer expert Martyn James warns of legal grey areas and advises booking direct.
HMRC P800 Letters: Workers Owed £689 Average Tax Rebate
HMRC P800 letters reveal tax overpayments averaging £689. Learn how to claim your rebate, understand tax codes, and avoid underpayment surprises.
Claim £500 Child Trust Fund cash for 2002-2011 kids
Parents of children born 2002-2011 urged to claim £500 Child Trust Fund handout. Over 1.7 million accounts opened without parents' knowledge, says NAO.
DWP: Report Hospital Stays or Lose 3 State Pensioner Benefits
DWP confirms state pensioners on State Pension, Pension Credit, or Attendance Allowance must report hospital stays of one night or more or risk benefit cuts.
VAT cut won't help EV drivers without driveways, Burnham urged to act
Chancellor John Healey's VAT cut on public EV charging from October 1 won't benefit renters or on-street parkers, who pay £113 in VAT, new analysis shows. Andy Burnham urged to equalise rates.
24 Energy Suppliers Urge Action Before August 23 for £150
DWP reminds eligible households to be named on energy bills by August 23 to get £150 Warm Home Discount automatically this winter. Check if you qualify.
Woman Found Dead in Staffordshire Home, Inquest Opens
Emma Dewhurst, 39, was found dead in her Staffordshire home on May 14. An inquest has opened after concerns were raised when she couldn't be contacted. She suffered from diabetes.
Over-70s Face Mandatory Eye Tests Under New Proposals
New proposals backed by PM Andy Burnham could require drivers over 70 to pass mandatory eyesight tests every three years for licence renewal, sparking debate.
Three-Minute Check Could Boost Pensions by £9,470
A 3-minute check could boost pensions by £9,470. Nearly 3.3 million lost pots, averaging £9,470, with total value up 60% since 2018.
HMRC Company Car Fuel Rates Update Due September 1
HMRC will publish new advisory fuel rates for company car drivers before September 1, affecting reimbursement and private fuel costs. Check the latest figures and expert advice.
HMRC pension allowance: 30,440 savers breach £60,000 limit
HMRC data reveals 30,440 pension savers breached the £60,000 annual allowance in 2024/25, a 22% rise, with pensioners hit by frozen thresholds.
Birmingham Airport baggage failure second day
Birmingham Airport's baggage system failure continues, leaving passengers without luggage for a second day as engineers work to fix the issue.
55-75s urged to check for £13,620 pension boost
Millions of pension pots go unclaimed; 55-75s could get £13,620 average boost. PPI survey reveals £12bn increase in lost pensions since 2018.
6,000 Households Face Unnecessary Inheritance Tax Due to Mistake
HMRC data reveals 6,990 estates paid inheritance tax on life insurance policies worth £852m in 2023/24, often due to policies not written into trust, costing families 40% tax.
Six signs of narcissistic parenting and ways to overcome them
Childhood trauma from narcissistic parents often surfaces during life's milestones, causing guilt and dread. Learn six defining signs and actionable steps to break the cycle.
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