Martin Lewis: LPA more important than a will
Martin Lewis urges people to set up a Lasting Power of Attorney, warning families face stress and costs without it. He says it's more crucial than a will.
Category : Health
Care home residents urge voters to reject Reform UK
Residents of Woodlands care home, including former nurse Dorothy Devereux, 93, have written an open letter urging voters to stop Reform UK from gaining more council seats after their home was threatened with closure.
DWP Extends PIP Award Minimum to 3 Years for Over 25s
The DWP is extending PIP award lengths for new claimants aged 25 and over to a minimum of three years, rising to five years on review, aiming to clear assessment backlogs and save £1.9 billion.
Woman Critical Near Sutton Park, Air Ambulance Deployed
A woman was found in a critical condition near Sutton Park, prompting a major emergency response including two ambulances and an air ambulance.
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Drivers Warned of £1,000 Fines for Car Emissions
Motorists face fines up to £1,000 if their car emits excessive harmful emissions. Experts warn of warning signs like rattling noises, fuel smells, and smoke.
Nicholas Brendon's Cause of Death Confirmed
Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor Nicholas Brendon died at 54 from atherosclerotic and hypertensive cardiovascular disease, with a 90% coronary blockage.
State Pensioners Born Before 1951 See Weekly Hike to £230
State pensioners born before 1951 can boost their weekly DWP payment from £184.90 to £230.54 through the Additional State Pension. Eligibility and amount depend on National Insurance contributions and earnings.
DWP Offers State Pensioners Extra £5,959 Allowance
State pensioners on the new full rate can get up to £5,959 extra per year via Attendance Allowance. Learn eligibility and how to apply.
Campaigners Urge UK Ban on Glyphosate Pre-Harvest Use
Campaigners call for a UK ban on glyphosate as a pre-harvest drying agent, citing cancer links and residues in food. The EU banned the practice in 2023.
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Heroic Bystanders Perform CPR as Air Ambulance Rushes to Sutton Coldfield
Paramedics and air ambulance called to Whitehouse Common Road near Withy Hill Park after bystanders performed CPR on a woman in critical condition. She was rushed to hospital.
Hobbycraft Urgently Recalls 3D Pen Kit Over Burn Risk
Hobbycraft recalls its 3D Pen Kit due to risk of burns from overheating nib. Full refund offered with or without receipt.
Asthma Warning: Five Hidden Summer Triggers That Can Harm Lungs
Health experts warn of five seasonal asthma triggers as World Asthma Day approaches, including warm weather, storms, pollen, poor air quality, and mould.
DWP £114 Weekly Payment for Eczema: 8 Million Affected
DWP pays £114 weekly PIP to over 2,000 eczema claimants. Up to 8 million UK adults suffer this chronic skin condition, often dismissed as minor.
Mental Health Trust in Crisis After Patient Suicide
Shannon Lee Jordan, 22, died by suicide at Hallam Street Hospital after staff failed to check on her. The Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust faces scrutiny over systemic failures and budget cuts.
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GPs Concerned Over DWP Disability Payments to 900,000
GPs express concern as DWP forecasts 1.03 million children will claim disability benefits by 2027, with 900,000 currently receiving DLA payments of up to £194.60 weekly.
DWP Claimant Suicide After Universal Credit Cut to £37
Andrew Halliday, 41, took his own life after the DWP reduced his Universal Credit to £37, fearing homelessness. An inquest recorded suicide.
DWP £459 for 30,000 with 24 Skin Conditions
The DWP is providing £459 to 30,000 claimants with 24 skin conditions through PIP. The payment includes daily living and mobility components.
Solihull Couple Warn Others After TSB Bank Scam Call
A Solihull couple share their story after nearly falling for a scam call from someone posing as TSB bank, urging others to stay vigilant.
Tributes to NHS hero Vera Holley from Sutton Coldfield
Vera Holley, a beloved former nurse at Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, has died at 95. She volunteered and fundraised for decades after retiring in 1995.
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Cancer Survivor with Stoma Bag Urges Early Testing
Lynne Ewington, 62, from Walsall, survived two cancers and now runs, cycles, and attends concerts with a colostomy bag. She urges early testing to boost survival chances.
NHS 'Hero' Vera Holley Dies at 95 After Decades of Service
Vera Holley, a beloved former nurse and volunteer at Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, has passed away at 95. Known as 'Holly,' she raised thousands and had a ward named after her.
Man Found Dead in Liverpool Car Park
A man was discovered deceased in a car park on Hoylake Road in Liverpool on Sunday. Police confirm the death is unexpected but not suspicious.
Personal insolvencies surge 30% as debt crisis deepens
Money Wellness reports 12,252 people entered insolvency in March, up 30% year-on-year. Experts warn of rising debt as cost of living pressures mount.
DWP Calls PIP Claimants for Meetings That May Cut Payments
The DWP is summoning PIP claimants to in-person meetings that could result in payments being reduced or stopped entirely. Learn about the review process and how to challenge decisions.
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Mobile Lung Cancer Screening Unit Arrives in Chelmsford
A mobile lung cancer screening unit has arrived in Chelmsford, offering free, quick, and painless scans to eligible residents aged 55-74 who smoke or have smoked.
British Gas Offers Free Boiler Services and Home Upgrades
British Gas is expanding its Warm & Working scheme, providing free boiler services and home upgrades to around 1,000 vulnerable households across the UK, including Birmingham.
Maggie's Oldham credited with saving man's life alongside NHS
James Price, 67, credits Maggie's Oldham with helping him recover from mouth cancer three times, alongside NHS treatment. He now supports the charity's Spring Appeal.
DWP Slashes Access to Work Support by Up to 80%
The DWP is cutting Access to Work grants by up to 80%, leaving disabled claimants like Tomasz Borys and Emily Davison struggling to stay employed and facing mental health crises.
DWP £114 Weekly for Kids with ODD and Conduct Disorder
DWP figures show Disability Living Allowance for children claims will rise to 1.03 million next year, with behavioural disorders like ODD and conduct disorder making children eligible.
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Therapy Dogs Comfort Mental Health Patients in Chelmsford
Volunteers from Essex Therapy Dogs visit mental health wards in Chelmsford, bringing joy and calm to patients and staff. The furry visitors help people relax and open up.
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