Racism and Safety Issues at Sandwell Hospital Maternity
A damning report into Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust's maternity services reveals widespread racism, staff shortages, and a neonatal mortality rate 5% higher than comparable trusts.
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DWP Confirms PIP Change to Rebuild Claimant Trust
The DWP confirms PIP assessments will now be recorded to improve transparency. Georgina Colman of Purpl welcomes the move, while claimants share mixed reactions.
Energy Bills to Rise Sharply in July as Price Cap Increases by 13%
Household energy bills are set to rise sharply from July, with the price cap increasing by 13% to £1,862 a year, but analysts suggest relief may come later in the year as global energy costs stabilise.
Former Doctor Denies 45 Sex Offences Against Patients
A former Birmingham doctor has denied 45 sexual offences against multiple patients, including assault and voyeurism, spanning several years.
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Knitting halves dementia risk, boosts brain health
Knitting may reduce dementia risk by up to 50%, according to researcher Neil K Shah. The hobby combines motor skills, pattern recognition, and mindfulness, offering cognitive, physical, and mental health benefits.
Reeves Rule Blocks £12.71 Wage for Workers
Business rates and employment costs are preventing small business owners from earning the national living wage of £12.71 an hour, warns the Federation of Small Businesses.
Tamworth sisters diagnosed with incurable muscle condition
Millie Bampton, 25, from Tamworth, was diagnosed with limb girdle muscular dystrophy at age 7 after struggling in PE. She now walks 150 miles in July to raise funds and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy UK, as her 13-year-old sister Lola has never walked d
New National Commissioner Needed for Maternity Errors, Says Amos
Birmingham MP calls for a national commissioner to lead maternity safety reforms after a report reveals persistent errors in NHS maternity care across England.
£9,000 Heat Pump Grant for Oil-Heated Homes
UK households with heating oil boilers can receive £9,000 to switch to a heat pump under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, boosted by 20% to help lower bills for 200,000 eligible homes.
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Redditch photographer jailed for over eight years for abusing girls
Steven Liles, 60, from Redditch, exploited his photographer role to abuse girls, sentenced to eight years and six months in prison for sex and voyeurism offences.
£221 energy bill rise for UK households from Wednesday
UK households face a £221 annual increase in energy bills from July 1 as Ofgem raises the price cap by 13%, impacting British Gas, EDF, and EON customers.
Olay Super Serum & Vitamin C Moisturiser Bundle Sale
Amazon slashes price on Olay's Super Serum and Vitamin C Moisturiser bundle, offering SPF protection and skincare savings.
DWP £458 Monthly Boost for Pensioners with Arthritis
State pensioners with arthritis can receive up to £458.40 every four weeks through Attendance Allowance, a tax-free benefit from the DWP, with 35% of 1.7 million claims linked to the condition.
Four-Bedroom UK Homes Face Extra £329 Annual Energy Charge
Households with four or more bedrooms will face an extra £329 per year on average from July 1 as Ofgem's energy price cap rises to £1,862, driven by Middle East conflict.
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Tampax Partners with Reading Festival 2026
Tampax has been announced as the official period product partner of Reading Festival 2026, providing free menstrual products across the site to improve accessibility and inclusivity for festivalgoers.
£5k donation upgrades canal boat Harmony for disabled
A £5,000 donation from Persimmon Homes North Midlands will fund accessibility adaptations on the Peter Le Marchant Trust's new canal boat Harmony, ensuring inclusive waterways experiences for disabled and vulnerable people.
Sheffield Man's Organ Donation Saves Three Lives
Eashan Madan, 27, from Sheffield, saved three lives through organ donation after his death. His kidneys and liver were transplanted, and his pancreas donated for research. His family shares his story to encourage donation.
Doncaster comedian raises £8,500 for prostate unit
Gary Dunnicliff, known as Gary Marshall, raised £8,500 for Doncaster Royal Infirmary's Urology Department after his own prostate cancer diagnosis in 2024.
Six in 10 Over-65s Fear Flu from A&E Visits
A new survey reveals 60% of over-65s fear catching flu during A&E visits, leading to delayed care and increased health risks.
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Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice Rose Garden Refurbished
Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice's rose garden has been beautifully refurbished thanks to a generous donation from former trustee Margaret Moore OBE, creating a peaceful space for patients, families, and staff.
Birmingham hospital approves drug to delay type 1 diabetes
Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham has announced NHS approval of teplizumab, a drug that delays type 1 diabetes onset, following the UK's largest screening study.
Martinez Rejected Surgery for World Cup
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez chose not to undergo surgery for a finger injury to play for Argentina at the World Cup, despite being advised otherwise.
DWP automatic audio recording for benefits assessments from Monday
The DWP will automatically audio record health assessments for PIP, Universal Credit, ESA, and other benefits from Monday, moving from opt-in to opt-out to improve transparency.
Acorns Big Summer Swim Fundraiser for Ill Children
Acorns Children's Hospice launches Big Summer Swim challenge, urging participants to swim lengths and raise funds for life-changing care for seriously ill children across the Midlands.
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DWP urged to crack down on pension fraud soaring to £210m
Pension benefit fraud has hit a record £210 million, with fraudsters in their 90s stealing taxpayers' cash. The TaxPayers' Alliance calls it a 'disgraceful betrayal' and urges ministers to recover every penny.
Reeves Plans £193 State Pension Deduction in DWP Tax Change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves proposes deducting income tax from state pension before payment, potentially cutting monthly payouts by £193 for full new state pension recipients.
Five-Minute Walk Each Hour Offsets Sitting Risks
A new study finds that taking a five-minute walk every hour counteracts the negative effects of prolonged sitting, boosting mood and reducing fatigue without harming work performance.
Aston woman's endometriosis diagnosis after years of pain
Sapphire Nottingham, 25, from Aston, endured years of 'humiliating' symptoms before paying privately for an MRI that diagnosed deep infiltrating endometriosis and adenomyosis.
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Dad's plea: 'We only have one chance in life' after bowel cancer
A West Midlands father diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer urges others not to ignore symptoms, stressing early detection saves lives.
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