State Pension Hike Pushes Post-1953 Pensioners Closer to Tax
State pensioners born after 1953 face rising income tax risk as April's triple lock increase brings full new pension to £11,973, nearing the frozen £12,570 personal allowance threshold.
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Ryanair Boss Right on Early Airport Booze Ban
Journalist Susan Lee agrees with Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary that early morning alcohol sales at airports should be curbed to reduce drunken passenger incidents and flight disruptions.
HMRC Raises Tax-Free Allowance to £18,570 for Some (10.05.2026)
HMRC increases the personal tax-free allowance to £18,570 for some people by combining personal allowance, starting rate for savings, and personal savings allowance.
DWP confirms £4,300 boost for state pensioners on one benefit
State pensioners living alone could get over £4,300 from DWP. 880,000 low-income retirees may not claim Pension Credit, which also unlocks other support.
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DWP Automatic £300 for State Pensioners Born Before 1960
The DWP is issuing automatic Winter Fuel Payments of £200 or £300 to state pensioners born before 1960. Eligibility and repayment rules explained.
MV Hondius Evacuations Start After Hantavirus Outbreak
Passengers from the MV Hondius are evacuated in Tenerife after a hantavirus outbreak. British nationals will be repatriated to a quarantine facility in Merseyside.
Photo Reveals Rare Eye Cancer in Toddler
A mother's photo of her daughter before bed revealed a white glow in her eye, leading to a diagnosis of rare retinoblastoma. The child underwent 14 procedures and is now cancer-free.
Withdraw £1 to Save £3,100 Tax Overcharge
State pensioners are urged to withdraw £1 to avoid emergency tax and save £3,100. Nearly 14,000 reclaimed overpaid tax in Q1. Also, Pension Credit offers free TV licence and other benefits.
Nationwide warns after accessibility guide rollout in all branches
Nationwide has introduced detailed accessibility guides for all 605 branches, including those in Birmingham, to help disabled customers access banking services more easily.
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HMRC Issues Urgent Scam Alert: Taxpayers Warned
HMRC warns UK households of rising tax refund scams, urging vigilance. Do not click suspicious links; report them and check refunds via official HMRC app or GOV UK.
Economic Abuse: One in Six Women Affected by Financial Control
Economic abuse affects one in six women in the UK, with 95% of domestic abuse cases involving financial control. Experts highlight warning signs and support available.
Birmingham Mum Dies After Hospital Failures During Strike
Geraldine Miles, 84, died after untreated low potassium led to cardiac arrest following discharge from Good Hope Hospital amid doctor strikes.
Baby Loss Charity Launches App for Grieving Families
Baby Loss Retreat has launched Erin's App, a free digital companion for families grieving baby loss, offering support and resources. The charity encourages businesses to share access.
HMRC sends £1,406 Child Benefit reminder letters
HMRC is sending letters to parents of 16-19 year-olds reminding them to extend Child Benefit claims worth up to £1,406 per year before August 31.
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Fertility Warning Inspires Man's 8-Stone Weight Loss
Craig Wright, 33, lost over eight stone after a fertility warning prompted him to change his lifestyle. He now walks 5km daily and hopes to become a father.
Home Blood Tests Launch in Birmingham as Health Expectancy Drops
A new service offering preventative blood tests at home launches in Birmingham, where healthy life expectancy has fallen to just 57 years for men and women.
Woman Mistook Colon Cancer for Menopause, Delayed Treatment
Natalie Hushin, 54, from Runcorn, Cheshire, was diagnosed with colon cancer after mistaking bloating for menopause, facing treatment delays that worsened her condition.
New Staffordshire Fire Chief Aims to Save More Lives
Glynn Luznyj named chief fire officer for Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service, pledging to save more lives amid governance changes and upcoming inspections.
Mum with incurable cancer cycles to Paris with medical team
Deb Gascoyne, 51, from Hagley, has incurable myeloma but will cycle 450km to Paris with her consultant and nurses to raise funds for a cure.
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Pension Credit recipients get free TV licence at 74
State pensioners receiving Pension Credit from DWP can get a free TV licence from age 74. Check eligibility and apply for the £0 licence.
Girl, 10, Runs 60km, Raises £810 for Cancer Services
Eflyn Ames, aged 10, ran 60km in a week and raised £810 for Cancer Services at Prince Philip Hospital, inspired by her grandmother's care.
Expert Secrets to Calm Adult Acne and Regain Confidence
Struggling with adult acne? Experts reveal triggers like stress and hormones, plus top skincare tips and product recommendations for clear, calm skin.
Birmingham GP struck off for drug use and patient relationship
Dr Eren Battaloglu admitted being under the influence of drugs and alcohol, having an inappropriate sexual relationship with a vulnerable patient, and asking her to buy him drugs.
Swimmer Catherine Crawford Joins Sue Ryder Lap the Lake Again
Catherine Crawford from Henley-on-Thames is diving into Hi5Ski School's lake again this May for Sue Ryder, raising funds for palliative care. The event offers distances from 500m to 2.5km.
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Dutch birdwatcher named as first hantavirus case on cruise ship
Leo Schilperoord, a Dutch birdwatcher, visited an Argentine landfill before boarding the MV Hondius, where he became the first to die from hantavirus. His wife also died.
Warning Over Care Homes Charging Fees After Death
Avery Healthcare's new contract includes fees for 14 days after death and a £595 dilapidations charge, contradicting CMA advice and sparking concerns.
MV Hondius Hantavirus: 22 Brits to Return to UK Today
Around 22 British passengers and crew from the MV Hondius cruise ship, hit by a hantavirus outbreak, are due to return to the UK on a repatriation flight after docking in Tenerife.
HMRC to Pay £179 Child Benefit Early in May
HMRC will make early Child Benefit payments worth up to £179 in May due to the late bank holiday. Payments due on May 25 will arrive on May 22.
Pensioners Urged to Withdraw £1 to Avoid £3,100 Tax Bill
State pensioners are advised to use a £1 withdrawal trick to prevent overpaying up to £3,100 in emergency tax on pension withdrawals, according to experts.
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How to Tell Your Children About a Cancer Diagnosis
Clinical psychologist Robin Muir offers practical advice for parents on discussing a cancer diagnosis with children, emphasizing honesty, timing, and ongoing conversations.
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