DWP Offers £115 Weekly to Pensioners with 56 Conditions
The DWP has confirmed a list of 56 health conditions that could qualify state pensioners for Attendance Allowance of up to £115 per week in May.
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New 'Right to Try' rules help disabled people work without fear
New 'Right to Try' legislation allows disabled people on Universal Credit, PIP, and ESA to explore work without triggering automatic benefit reassessment, aiming to reduce employment barriers.
DWP Urges 4 Million PIP Claimants to Act Before May 28
The DWP and Labour are reviewing PIP benefits. Claimants must submit feedback via a special form by May 28, 2026, as part of the Timms Review.
RSPCA Southport: Seasonal Advice on Wildlife and Hot Cars
As temperatures rise, the RSPCA Southport branch offers advice on baby birds and dogs left in hot cars, urging public vigilance and donations.
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Veteran Sues MOD Over Tramadol Addiction After Q Fever
Ex-soldier Wayne Bass contracted Q fever in Afghanistan, leading to severe nerve damage and a 13-year tramadol addiction. He criticizes lack of support for painkiller dependency.
Birmingham Dentist: Cheap Sugary Food Behind Kids' Teeth Crisis
Birmingham dentist Eddie Crouch says cheap, sugary foods are the main cause of poor oral health in children, with baby pouches containing more sugar than fizzy drinks.
Birmingham Pair Charged with Two Murders and Poisoning
Adina Mihai, 30, and Madalin Dumitru, 29, from Birmingham, pleaded not guilty to murdering a father and a pensioner, plus multiple poisonings and thefts.
Parents Seek Answers After Son Dies on Turkey Holiday
Branigan Smith, 21, collapsed and died on a family holiday in Turkey. Eight months on, his parents still have no answers and await results of a post-mortem.
8 Million Pensioners Face HMRC Tax Letters
Over 8 million state pensioners have received HMRC tax letters, despite expecting DWP protection. Frozen tax thresholds drag more retirees into taxation, with only £12,548 annual pension.
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Firefighters Rescue Dog from Burntwood House Blaze
Firefighters rescued a dog from a house fire in Burntwood, Staffordshire, after all occupants fled safely. The pet received oxygen therapy and was taken to a vet for checks.
AI Chatbots Give Wrong Cancer Info, Charity Warns
The Eve Appeal warns that AI chatbots like ChatGPT give incorrect cancer info, potentially delaying women from seeking medical help. Nearly 1 in 10 women use AI for gynecological concerns.
Birmingham Kids' Teeth Crisis: 15 Extractions Needed
Eddie Crouch of the British Dental Association reveals shocking cases of child tooth decay in Birmingham, with preschoolers needing up to 15 teeth removed.
Edge Hill Alumni Publish Maternal Nutrition Research
Two Edge Hill University MSc Public Health Nutrition graduates have their research on maternal nutrition education accepted for publication in the African Journal of Midwifery and Women's Health.
3M UK Households Skipping Meals Due to Rising Costs
Which? reports 3 million UK households skip meals due to rising costs, with 85% worried about food prices and consumer confidence at a low.
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Cancer Research UK Shuts Store, 200 More at Risk
Cancer Research UK has closed a store in Swindon, with plans to shut up to 190 more by 2027 due to rising costs and shifting consumer habits, while opening 12 new superstores.
3M UK Households Skip Meals Amid Cost of Living Crisis
Three million UK households are skipping meals due to rising food and living costs, according to Which? research, prompting calls for urgent government action.
Six of Worst West Midlands GP Surgeries in Sandwell
Patient survey reveals six of the ten lowest-rated GP surgeries in the West Midlands are in Sandwell, highlighting a postcode lottery in healthcare quality.
DWP to reduce PIP reassessments under new rules
PIP claimants face fewer routine reassessments under new DWP rules, with reviews every three to five years. Minister Sir Stephen Timms leads a wider review.
Aston Villa's Kearns Praised for Pregnancy Loss Honesty
Aston Villa Women midfielder Missy Bo Kearns has been praised by baby loss charity Tommy's for openly discussing her pregnancy loss and sepsis, encouraging others to seek support.
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DWP Lists 33 Conditions for £459 Attendance Allowance in May
DWP confirms 33 medical conditions qualifying state pensioners for Attendance Allowance up to £459 in May. Higher rate is £114 per week.
DWP Confirms 537 Health Conditions for £779 PIP Payments
The DWP has confirmed 537 health conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) up to £779 per month in May 2026, including enhanced daily living and mobility rates.
Chester Blogger Hosts Second Charity Quiz for Cancer Charity
Chester blogger Richard Trotter will host his second charity quiz at Chester Market on May 10, 2026, raising funds for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity after a successful January event.
Coeliac Disease: 6 Subtle Signs You Might Miss
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Maggie’s Nottingham Head to Climb Mount Toubkal
Maggie’s Nottingham centre head Annie Walton will summit North Africa’s highest peak, Mount Toubkal, in a six-day trek to raise funds for free cancer support services.
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Urgent recall: Antidepressant batch has wrong pills
Amarox Limited recalls Sertraline 100mg batch V2500425 after patient found Citalopram 40mg in packet. MHRA advises checking packaging.
DWP Training for 4,000 Healthcare Pros
The DWP has completed training for over 4,000 healthcare professionals to better support autistic people and those with learning disabilities, tackling diagnostic overshadowing.
DWP Lists 177 Conditions for PIP Payments Up to £114.60
The DWP has confirmed 177 medical conditions that may qualify for PIP, with weekly payments up to £114.60 for daily living. Over 3.7 million claimants receive support.
DWP slammed over plan to cut mental health benefits
The Sir Tony Blair Institute urges DWP to scrap benefits for certain conditions, sparking outrage from charities warning of increased poverty and anxiety.
DWP Confirms Sick Pay Rule Change for Workers
The DWP removes the lower earnings limit and waiting period for statutory sick pay, benefiting 1.3 million more workers from day one of illness.
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DWP Confirms £200 and £300 Winter Fuel Payments
The DWP has confirmed details of winter fuel payments of £200 or £300 for over-65s, separate from the state pension. Payments are income-linked and arrive in November.
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