Fresh weather maps predict significant snowfall reaching up to four inches in Birmingham and the West Midlands from mid-February, with the Met Office warning of potential widespread disruption.
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pension payments will follow regular dates in February with no bank holiday disruptions, reverting from January's adjusted schedule.
A West Midlands paramedic has been removed from the medical register after stealing and self-administering morphine while working 100-hour weeks during the Covid pandemic.
A benefit claimant has been granted an additional Personal Independence Payment tribunal after a judge identified errors in law during their original hearing, though they still fell short of qualifying.
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Personal Independence Payment claimants receive update on ongoing review, with conclusions expected by autumn. Government faces pressure over potential eligibility changes to disability benefit.
Parents condemn Alton Towers' trial limiting disability passes for autism and ADHD guests during February half term, calling it exclusionary and demanding inclusive solutions.
Birmingham prepares for winter disruption as forecasters predict up to 4.6cm of snow combined with heavy rain on Friday, February 13, creating hazardous conditions.
The Food Standards Authority issues a 'do not use' alert for specific Danone and Nestlé baby formula batches over cereulide contamination risks, advising immediate checks and returns.
Britney Spears shares heartfelt reflections on her family estrangement and the lasting impact of her 13-year conservatorship, stating she feels 'lucky to be alive'.
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The UK is set for a prolonged 90-hour snow event starting midnight February 16, with temperatures dropping to -10°C and up to 38 inches of snow forecast for Scotland.
The Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled significant reforms to the Disability Confident scheme, aiming to enhance workplace opportunities for disabled people and improve employer support.
A significant winter storm is forecast to blanket much of England with snow from February 17th, with three Midlands counties specifically named among areas facing potential disruption.
The My Living World Worm Kit has been urgently withdrawn from sale after tests revealed the sand component may contain asbestos fibres, posing a serious health risk.
The DWP urges households to check eligibility for free TV licences as the fee rises to £180 in April 2026, with Pension Credit key for over-75s.
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Ava-Mae Moseley from Kitts Green overcomes rare eosinophilic asthma diagnosis through Birmingham Children's Hospital treatment, now thriving as gymnast.
The UK baby formula recall expands to 28 products from Aptamil, Cow & Gate, and SMA due to cereulide toxin contamination concerns, with 36 infants reported ill.
Weather models predict a prolonged six-day snow event across the UK from February 16-21, with northern and eastern areas at risk of blizzard conditions and strong winds.
Paul Souter, a 43-year-old father from Essex, shares his story of being diagnosed with kidney cancer after back pain, his surgery, and how walking and counselling aided his recovery, including charity marathon walks.
Beryl, a resident at Maple Leaf Lodge in Grantham, Lincolnshire, marked her 100th birthday with a telegram from the King, a champagne reception, and heartfelt celebrations.
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An inquest hears how James Poots, 26, died following repeatedly postponed heart surgery, with systemic failures allowing his case to 'fall through the cracks' at Manchester hospitals.
Danone has urgently recalled 15 Aptamil and Cow & Gate baby formula products due to potential cereulide toxin contamination, following 36 clinical reports of illness in children.
New University of Oxford research reveals most reported statin side-effects are not caused by the medication, prompting calls for urgent updates to official medical information leaflets.
West End Health, a new private GP-led preventative healthcare clinic, has launched in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, with demand exceeding expectations and plans for regional expansion.
A man with teeth badly stained from coffee drinking reports a huge difference after using HeySmile whitening strips costing 83p daily, with users praising effectiveness and no sensitivity.
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Meteorological data indicates a significant wintry shift, with projections showing substantial snowfall across every English county, including up to 33cm in northern regions.
Merlin Entertainments faces backlash as thousands sign petition opposing removal of queue jump access for visitors with ADHD, autism, and anxiety at Alton Towers.
Three health centres in East Lancashire are undergoing major refurbishments with £8m government funding to create integrated health hubs, improve mental health services, and enhance local care accessibility.
Julie Dennis, 59, from Sheldon, Birmingham, has lost 6st 9lbs in just over a year after joining Slimming World, eliminating constant joint pain and becoming a consultant to help others.
Personal Independence Payment rates will increase by 3.8% from April 2026, alongside a shift towards more face-to-face assessments and a major review due in autumn.
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The DVLA has issued crucial updates for drivers with diabetes, warning of potential £1,000 fines for non-compliance with medical notification requirements.
