State Pensioners Can Get £727 Extra by Deferring
State pensioners can get an extra £727 a year by deferring their state pension for 12 months, adding 5.8% to their weekly payments for life.
Category : Health
Tielemans Injury: Villa Star Misses World Cup Quarter-Final
Youri Tielemans was ruled out of Belgium's World Cup quarter-final vs Spain moments before kick-off due to a warm-up injury, sparking concern for Aston Villa's midfield ahead of the new season.
State pensioners born before 1951 can get £922 extra
State pensioners born before 1951 can receive up to £922.16 on top of their basic state pension through the DWP's Additional State Pension, with maximum weekly payments of £230.54 from April 2026.
Holly Ramsay's Pregnancy Massage Before Baby Girl
Holly Ramsay, 26, enjoyed a pregnancy massage ahead of welcoming her first child, a baby girl, with husband Adam Peaty, due December 2026.
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DWP State Pension Age Rise to Cost Carers £182 a Week
A state pension age increase to 67 between 2026 and 2028 will cost carers £182 a week, with 26,000 carers missing out on £7,011 a year, according to Carers UK.
Wales Health Gap: 750,000 Affected by Economic Stagnation
A Senedd debate revealed that 750,000 people in former mining areas face severe health inequalities, with Welsh Government admitting geography dictates life expectancy.
Lichfield Baby Diagnosed with Rare Aggressive Brain Cancer
11-week-old Freya Charles from Lichfield was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive brain cancer. She underwent nine-hour surgery and may need treatment in the US or Canada.
DWP confirms £300 bonus for pensioners
The DWP has approved automatic £300 Winter Fuel Payments for state pensioners born before 28 June 1960, with payments ranging from £100 to £300 for winter 2026-2027.
New Sensory Zone Calms Young Patients at Royal Derby Hospital
A hospital charity funded a sensory zone at Royal Derby Hospital, using soft lighting and interactive toys to reduce anxiety in children during emergency visits, benefiting neurodiverse and all young patients.
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Over-80s State Pension Top-Up: £443 in July
State pensioners aged 80+ can receive a £443 top-up in July through Category D pension, boosting weekly payments to £110.75 for those with low or no State Pension.
Iceland Benefits Boost for Over-66s
Iceland's new Benefits Boost service helps loyalty members aged 66+ claim unclaimed benefits, aiming to unlock £37m for 7,500 customers.
Prince Harry mobbed by nurses at Birmingham hospital
Prince Harry was surrounded by nurses at Birmingham Children's Hospital, hugging one and thanking staff for their work amid NHS financial difficulties.
HMRC Sends 370k Letters to Pensioner Women Over Underpayments
HMRC has sent over 370,000 letters, primarily to women, urging them to check for state pension underpayments due to missing Home Responsibilities Protection credits between 1978 and 2010.
20 Worst GP Surgeries in West Midlands Named
Naseby Medical Centre in Saltley and Clifton Lane Medical Centre in West Bromwich are among the worst in England, with only 38% and 39% patient satisfaction, according to the 2026 GP Patient Survey.
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Adult Dies as Measles Spreads in West Midlands
An adult has died from measles in the West Midlands as cases continue to rise, with the region reporting the highest number of infections in England.
Free 21st Anniversary All Together NOW! Available
60,000 copies of the 21st anniversary edition of All Together NOW! are being distributed. Lady Anne Dodd shares a message of support for the charity paper.
Man, 20, Still in Greek ICU After Quad Bike Crash
Bradley Belhomme, 20, remains in a coma in a Greek ICU after a quad bike crash. His family is raising £41,000 for a medical repatriation flight to the UK.
Bowel Cancer Campaign Promotes At-Home Testing
A new campaign in the North West shares local survivor stories to encourage people aged 50-74 to use and return their free FIT kits, as bowel cancer is the second biggest cause of cancer deaths in the region.
Parents Mistook Lump for Bruise, Daughter Diagnosed with Cancer
Ottilie Rushby, aged one, was diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma after a lump on her head failed to fade. The rare cancer affects 83 UK children yearly; survival rates are 30-50%. The family now faces 18 months of treatment and is raising £300,000 for
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UC Claimants: Three Extra DWP Benefits Worth £1,925
Universal Credit claimants can access three additional benefits from DWP and HMRC worth up to £1,925 in July, including State Pension, Child Benefit, and PIP.
When to Wear Sunscreen: Expert Evening UV Advice
Dr Tina Tian explains when sunscreen is necessary for skin cancer prevention versus anti-ageing, and offers tips on reapplication, children's protection, and evening skincare.
Major PIP Overhaul: New DWP Rules from November 2026
An interim review finds PIP 'not fit for purpose', with major changes expected from November 2026. New rules may limit claims for anxiety and depression, targeting rising welfare costs.
Future Nurse Wins Mental Health Advocate of the Year
Edge Hill University student Georgia Warrington has been awarded Mental Health Advocate of the Year at the 2026 Empowerment Awards, just weeks before graduating.
England Players Loading Up on Beetroot Before Norway Match
A chef who has cooked for 100 Premier League players reveals England's diet before the Norway World Cup match, including beetroot shots and low-fibre meals.
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Martin Lewis: Energy Firms Breaking Backbilling Rules
Martin Lewis warns energy firms frequently break backbilling rules, demanding payments for usage over 12 months old. Ofgem bans it, but consumers still pressured.
Ambulances Lost 6,000+ Hours at Black Country Hospitals
Ambulances lost more than 6,000 hours waiting to hand over patients at Black Country A&Es in May, up from 4,841 in April, with Dudley and Wolverhampton worst affected.
11-Week-Old Diagnosed with Rare Cancer, Family 'Heartbroken'
An 11-week-old girl from Lichfield has been diagnosed with an extremely rare and aggressive brain tumour, leaving her family devastated and fundraising for potential overseas treatment.
Prince Harry 'His Mother's Son' at Birmingham Hospital
Prince Harry visited Birmingham Children's Hospital as WellChild patron on July 9, 2026, greeted staff and patients, and sparked public praise with many calling him 'his mother's son' and wishing he were future king.
Birmingham Parents Warned as West Midlands Has Second Highest Measles Cases
West Midlands records second highest measles cases in England; GP to call or text parents of unvaccinated children as UK reports third measles death in 2025.
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Endometriosis Advocate Backs New NHS Tests
Laura Potts, 29, welcomes NICE's new non-invasive tests for endometriosis but warns against 'miracle drug' claims, urging proper care post-diagnosis.
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