Stray Dog Numbers Soar in Solihull, Costing Taxpayers Thousands
Solihull Council has spent thousands on stray dogs as numbers hit a five-year high of 85 in 2025, with costs rising due to a contract with Birmingham Dogs Home.
Solihull Council has spent thousands on stray dogs as numbers hit a five-year high of 85 in 2025, with costs rising due to a contract with Birmingham Dogs Home.
Stockport and Tameside NHS trusts launch first joint CARE Awards to recognize exceptional staff. Public nominations open for individuals and teams who go above and beyond for patients.
Discover totally free or low-cost methods to keep your home cool during a UK heatwave, from night flushing to reflective curtains, as recommended by ChatGPT.
A family home in Olton may be converted into a children's care home for two vulnerable children aged 5-17, with plans including shared living spaces and staff accommodation.
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A man with Asperger's and anxiety who can't cook or take medication without prompting received zero points on his PIP reassessment, despite previously getting the highest award.
A gardening expert advises Brits to invest in a fly screen and use the Asian Hornet Watch app to combat rising Asian hornet sightings during the warm Bank Holiday weekend.
Jake Libby, 38, from Solihull, died by suicide on April 25. His sister Mollie Jordan started a GoFundMe to cover funeral costs, aiming to raise £5,500.
Birmingham's first round-the-clock mental health centre, Golden Hillock Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre, opens in East Birmingham, offering open access and comprehensive support for adults.
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DWP will issue £345 Carer's Allowance payments early on Friday, May 22, due to the bank holiday on Monday. Claimants expecting payment on May 25 will receive it earlier.
Due to the Spring Bank Holiday on May 25, some UK pensioners will receive their state pension early on May 22. The full basic State Pension is now £184.90 per week, totaling up to £739.60 over four weeks.
The DWP has confirmed 24 skin conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) of up to £114.60 per week. Over 29,000 claimants receive this benefit.
The NHS warns UK households to call 999 if they spot hot, red skin without sweating during the weekend heatwave, as it may indicate heatstroke.
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RecommendedCygnet Hospital Sherwood in Mansfield broke a Guinness World Record for the largest online music quiz, raising over £2m for Cash for Kids charity.
Michelle Macadangdang and her team won the Barchester Charitable Foundation Cook Off 2026, raising £53,000 for vulnerable people and those with disabilities.
Belong Newcastle-under-Lyme marks Dementia Action Week by urging unpaid carers to access local support, including memory cafes and specialist nurse guidance.
Belong Crewe urges community support for dementia carers during Dementia Action Week, offering memory cafes, Admiral Nurses, and activities.
Belong Chester encourages unpaid carers of dementia patients to access local services during Dementia Action Week, offering memory cafes, specialist nurses, and activities to combat isolation.
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RecommendedDr Muslim Khoja, a Birmingham dentist with 40 years of experience, says child poverty and cost of living are causing severe tooth decay in children, with some needing extractions as young as 11.
Ben Cornforth, 24, from Birmingham, initially thought his symptoms were a severe hangover but was later diagnosed with a brain tumour after a seizure.
Belong Wigan encourages carers to seek support networks and expert guidance during Dementia Action Week, offering memory cafes, Admiral Nurses, and more.
Sarah Neal is running 7km daily to raise funds for The Brain Tumour Charity after her husband Chris was diagnosed with an astrocytoma brain tumour. She has already raised over £6,000.
Belong Warrington urges dementia carers to seek community support during Dementia Action Week, offering memory cafes, Admiral Nurses, and day care services.
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RecommendedGia Fleur denies losing her job as a nurse due to her MAFS Australia behavior, revealing she had left nursing years ago and worked in property development.
New survey reveals one in six dog owners have left their pet in a warm car, risking heatstroke and death. Experts urge never to leave dogs unattended.
HMRC has confirmed a £300 tax charge for state pensioners earning £35,386 or more, affecting the Winter Fuel Allowance for 2026. Pensioners over 80 face a full clawback above the threshold.
An NHS GP offers six practical tips to improve sleep during the UK heatwave, including adjusting sleeping position, supporting your body clock, and staying hydrated.
An amber heat-health alert has been issued for the West Midlands as temperatures soar, with a rise in deaths expected among vulnerable people.
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RecommendedChancellor Rachel Reeves confirms NHS prescription charges will remain frozen at £9.90, saving patients £12 million next year as part of a cost of living package.