NHS Confirms Prescription Rule Change in England by 2026
Pharmacies in England will prescribe more medications from autumn 2026 under the Pharmacy First scheme, aiming to ease GP pressure, but pharmacy groups warn of funding gaps.
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DWP Urged to Change PIP Assessment After Half Complain
The Timms Review interim report finds PIP 'not fit' for purpose, as Sense reveals half of disabled claimants report worsened conditions from the application process.
PIP Reform: Assessments Overhauled
Initial findings from a major review of Personal Independence Payments (PIP) are due in days, with minister Sir Stephen Timms hinting at assessment changes to boost employment among disabled people.
NHS Flu Jab Rule Change October 1 New Age Threshold
From October 1, 2026, community pharmacies will offer flu vaccinations to children aged 2-3 and those in clinical risk groups, supplementing GP and school services.
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HRP Errors: Thousands of UK Mothers Owed Pension Back Payments
Thousands of UK mothers are owed State Pension back payments due to historical HRP recording errors, with underpayments accounting for £6 in every £10 underpaid, according to a 2026 government report.
DWP Blocks Pension for Under 10 NI Years
The DWP is blocking state pension for those with less than 10 qualifying National Insurance years. Options include buying NI contributions or claiming Pension Credit.
AI Triage Tool on NHS App to Guide Patients to Right Care
AI triage on NHS app will steer patients to appropriate services, benefiting over 200,000 patients in 12 months and available to all by April 2028.
Marine Reunites with QE Physio 16 Years After Afghanistan IED
Former royal marine Jon White, who lost two legs and an arm in Afghanistan in 2010, returned to Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital for the first time to thank physio Jane Young and the team who saved his life.
UC claimant fears debt after spending £10k inheritance
A Universal Credit claimant spent their £10,000 inheritance within months on furniture and debt repayment, now faces a DWP compliance interview and worries about repaying benefits.
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State Pensioners Get Free TV Licences Faster Under DWP Change
State pensioners will receive free BBC TV licences sooner after a DWP rule change, reducing the wait from nine to eight years from next April.
New BNPL Rules: Stronger Consumer Protections from July 15
From July 15, BNPL firms like Klarna and Clearpay will be regulated by the FCA, giving shoppers new rights including affordability checks, clear credit terms, and access to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Amputee: hundreds suffering from NHS prosthetic delays
Amputee David Sellers, 63, claims hundreds of patients face months-long waits for prosthetic sockets at Birmingham's West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, prompting an NHS trust apology and pledge to cut waiting times.
Damning Report into West Midlands NHS Maternity Services
A damning report into a West Midlands NHS trust's maternity services reveals widespread racism, with staff reporting discrimination and patients experiencing poorer outcomes, prompting urgent calls for change.
DWP Confirms PIP Payments Cease After 28 Days in Hospital
The DWP confirms PIP payments stop after 28 days in NHS-funded hospital care, citing no duplication of public funds. Liberal Democrat MP Manuela Perteghella questions the rule.
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Energy Bills to Rise Sharply in July as Price Cap Increases by 13%
Household energy bills are set to rise sharply from July, with the price cap increasing by 13% to £1,862 a year, but analysts suggest relief may come later in the year as global energy costs stabilise.
New National Commissioner Needed for Maternity Errors, Says Amos
Birmingham MP calls for a national commissioner to lead maternity safety reforms after a report reveals persistent errors in NHS maternity care across England.
DWP automatic audio recording for benefits assessments from Monday
The DWP will automatically audio record health assessments for PIP, Universal Credit, ESA, and other benefits from Monday, moving from opt-in to opt-out to improve transparency.
DWP State Pensioners Born Before 1960 Can Claim £1,574
Over 900,000 pensioners over 65 miss out on Pension Credit worth up to £1,574 monthly. How to claim the extra cash and unlock other benefits.
Amputee claims hundreds suffer from NHS prosthetic delays
An amputee claims hundreds of patients face months-long waits for prosthetic sockets after NHS service overhaul; Trust apologises and pledges to cut delays.
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Body of Brody Leach recovered from River Severn
West Mercia Police confirm the body of 22-year-old Brody Leach has been recovered from the River Severn in Shrewsbury; death not treated as suspicious.
DWP Confirms £238 Weekly Pension Credit Increase
DWP has increased Pension Credit to £238 weekly for single pensioners and £363.35 for couples, but the qualifying age will rise from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.
£108.20 HMRC Monthly Payment Warning from September
HMRC warns that over 1.5 million households could lose £108.20 per month in Child Benefit from September if they fail to confirm their teen's education plans by August 31.
PIP Success Rate Falls to 44% as Assessments Tighten
The success rate for new PIP claims dropped to 44% in April 2026, down from 50% a year earlier, with 4 million claimants at risk, DWP data shows.
13 Fruit Packs Recalled Over Salmonella Fears in UK Supermarkets
Thirteen fruit items sold at Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons, and Waitrose have been recalled due to Salmonella contamination. The FSA urges consumers to return them for a full refund.
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DWP Warns Claimants of New Crackdown on Benefit Debts
The DWP is writing to thousands of benefit claimants, warning of tough new powers to recover debts, including direct bank withdrawals and driving bans, starting October.
HMRC Tax Return Deadline for Over £1,000 Income
HMRC warns workers earning over £1,000 from side hustles, self-employment, or property may need to file a tax return by October 5 or face penalties.
New fetal monitors improve maternity care at Basildon Hospital
Nine new fetal monitoring machines at Basildon Hospital, funded by £40,000 charity donation, enhance safety and efficiency for expectant mothers.
NHS Medicine Shortages: Three Common Drugs at Risk
NHS faces record medicine shortages affecting painkillers, epilepsy drugs, and HRT. Pharmacists warn of serious patient safety risks as supplies dwindle.
BT Switch Blocks Elderly Relative's Calls for Months
A BT phone upgrade to Digital Voice has left an elderly woman unable to receive calls for over two months, impacting her care and social life.
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Takeaway boss fined over food poisoning case in Birmingham
A Birmingham takeaway director has been fined after a customer was hospitalised with food poisoning from a chicken burger, with hygiene failings found during inspections.
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