Andy Burnham £10,009 annual payment planned for basic state pension
Andy Burnham's triple lock pledge as PM could raise basic state pension by £395 to £10,009 a year, based on 4.1% wage growth.
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Burnley Centre Offers 200 Low-Cost Prostate Tests
Charter Walk, The Mayoress's Committee, and East Lancs Prostate Cancer Support Group fund 200 subsidised blood tests for men aged 40+, costing just £5 each, with results by post or email.
Melora Mānuka Skincare Bundle 30% Off
Melora's Mānuka Skincare 3-in-1 Bundle is 30% off, letting shoppers get the moisturiser for under £13. Praised for eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea.
British couple die in Greece helicopter crash
A helicopter crash on the Greek island of Sifnos killed three people, including a British couple on honeymoon. The aircraft burst into flames near homes in Tholos.
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Seven protected groups in Reform's PIP and Universal Credit cuts plan
Reform UK's proposed DWP cuts would protect seven groups of PIP and Universal Credit claimants, including those with terminal illness, severe disability, and major neurological disease, while aiming to save families £1,700 a year by 2030.
£35,000 Income Rule for Winter Fuel Payments
Winter Fuel Payments are now means-tested: pensioners with income over £35,000 lose eligibility, affecting three million over-65s. HMRC claws back payments.
DWP enhanced scrutiny for ADHD, anxiety, depression claimants
Reform UK plans to target PIP claimants with mental health conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression for enhanced scrutiny at assessment, as outlined by Robert Jenrick.
PIP claimants face 'much harsher' DWP assessments under Reform
Reform's DWP plans would replace PIP and WCA with a harsher disability needs assessment, warns Benefits and Work. The change could affect eligibility and work requirements.
NHS staff lose 430 million hours a year to admin tasks
NHS staff spend 430 million hours yearly on admin, equal to 220,000 full-time roles. Nine in 10 report harm to well-being. Report urges unified systems and automation.
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Burnham and Healey urged to commit to Pension Tax Lock
AJ Bell urges Andy Burnham and John Healey to commit to a Pension Tax Lock before the October 28 Autumn Statement, warning that uncertainty over tax-free cash could trigger another surge in pension withdrawals.
Nationwide and Virgin Money offer £555 benefits check boost
Nationwide and Virgin Money now offer a free online benefits checker that has found an average of £555 a month in extra income for eligible households, with £115m identified so far.
Mike Bailey's Daughter on His Alzheimer's Battle
Mike Bailey's daughter shares the heartbreaking reality of his Alzheimer's diagnosis, detailing the family's journey and emotional impact.
MySweetSmile Gum Serum Sale: £5 Off and BOGOF Deal
MySweetSmile's Hyaluronic Gum Serum is reduced to £24.99, saving £5, with a Buy 2 Get 1 Free deal. Shoppers praise it for relieving gum inflammation and bleeding, with a 4.5-star Trustpilot rating.
MAFS experts John and Alessandra on filming without Mel
MAFS Australia experts John Aiken and Alessandra Rampolla reveal the 'bittersweet' and 'difficult' experience of filming the new season without late co-star Mel Schilling.
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24/7 Defibrillator Installed on Oxford Road
A new 24/7 publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at Cholsey House on Oxford Road by the John Sykes Foundation, providing a critical emergency lifeline for locals, workers, and commuters in a busy area of Reading.
DWP £429 PIP payment planned for seven claimant groups
Reform UK proposes a new £429.80 monthly PIP/HSA payment for seven severe disability groups, aiming to save £50bn and address welfare costs, according to Robert Jenrick.
Charnwood Health and Wellbeing Event in September 2026
Charnwood residents can access free health advice, mental wellbeing support, and lifestyle tips at the inaugural Community Health and Wellbeing event on September 8, 2026, in Loughborough.
HMRC urges Child Benefit extension by August 31
HMRC urges parents of 16-19-year-olds to extend Child Benefit by August 31 if their child continues in approved education or training; payments stop otherwise.
Reform UK to scrap PIP, replace with Health Security Allowance
Reform UK plans to scrap PIP and replace it with a Health Security Allowance for the most severely disabled, affecting nearly 3 million claimants.
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DWP urged to tighten benefits rules for under-25s
More than 1.2 million young people claim Universal Credit and PIP, costing £13,000 a minute. DWP faces calls to reform.
DVLA online medical service saves drivers up to ten days
More than 60,000 drivers have used DVLA's enhanced online medical service, saving up to ten days on applications. The service now covers multiple conditions and photo renewals.
Crawley woman's 30 challenges for ectopic pregnancy charity
Rachel Lloyd from Crawley is raising funds for The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust by completing 30 endurance events in her 30th year, after three ectopic pregnancies. She runs the Saucony Run Shoreditch Half on September 20.
DWP PIP 'removed or modified' for 3 million claimants
Reform plans to scrap PIP for 2.89 million working-age claimants, with £20bn DWP cuts. Scope and Mencap warn of poverty, while Labour cites Timms review.
PIP abolition won't apply to 2 million, Jenrick says
Reform's plans to abolish PIP won't affect two million claimants, says Robert Jenrick. 2.89 million could see payments modified or withdrawn. Existing claimants reassessed over 3-4 years.
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Blind Person's Allowance lifts tax-free income to £15,820
HMRC's Blind Person's Allowance adds £3,250 to the £12,570 personal allowance, raising the tax-free threshold to £15,820, despite Andy Burnham's freeze on the standard allowance.
DWP Warm Home Discount: act by Sunday for £150 help
Households on benefits must ensure their name is on their electricity bill by August 23 to receive the £150 Warm Home Discount automatically, warns Money Saving Expert.
DWP PIP cuts for low-level conditions if Reform wins
Reform plans to end PIP cash payments for low-level conditions, replacing them with disability support accounts run by councils. Critics say the £50bn savings claim is fantasy economics.
Renpho Eye Massager Review: Wellness Gadget Tested
Renpho's eye massager promises relief from eye strain and puffiness. Our review tests its heat, air pressure, and portability—does it live up to the hype?
UK Bans TPO in Nail Products: Salons Must Comply by 2027
The UK has banned TPO, a chemical in gel nail products, from new cosmetics from August 15, 2026. Salons must eliminate TPO-based products by February 14, 2027, due to fertility risks.
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Autumn Perfume Switch: Fragrance Experts Share Tips
Fragrance experts recommend switching to warmer, spicier scents for autumn. Discover which notes to choose and how to make your perfume last longer.
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