Second State Pension Payment Due Before July 1
State pensioners who were paid on June 1-2 may receive a second DWP payment on June 29-30. Learn how to claim your state pension.
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Nine Birmingham Areas in England's Top 20 Poorest
New figures reveal nine Birmingham areas among England's 20 worst for child poverty, with Heartlands and Alum Rock ranking highest. The crisis highlights the impact of the cost of living on families.
DWP June Birth Date Cut-Off for £300 Winter Fuel Payment
The DWP confirms that those born on or before June 27, 1960, qualify for Winter Fuel Payments of £100, £200, or £300, based on age and living arrangements.
HMRC Warns Pensioners Over Tax Misconception
HMRC clarifies that the state pension is taxable, correcting a common misconception among pensioners who believe it is tax-free due to no direct deductions.
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Mum Finds Mental Health Boost After Obstacle Race
A Hemel Hempstead single mum who felt 'completely stuck' with depression rediscovered belief by completing the Spring Wolf Run 2026 obstacle race.
DWP Cuts PIP Waiting Times by Six Weeks for Thousands
The DWP reduces PIP processing from 26 to 20 weeks, clearing backlogs for new claimants. Minister Sir Stephen Timms confirms measures to speed up claims.
DWP Urged to Extend PIP to Type 1 Diabetes Patients
A petition urges the DWP to amend PIP rules to include type 1 diabetics, citing the condition's 24-hour management demands. Over 464,000 people could benefit.
How to Check If Your Pension Fees Are Too High
Most Brits have no idea what they pay in pension fees. Learn how to check charges, compare with averages, and avoid losing thousands in retirement savings.
DWP Urged to End £710 Weekly Handout in Benefits Crackdown
The DWP faces calls to scrap a £710-a-week benefit package as critics argue it discourages work, with PIP claims set to hit 4.7 million by end of Labour term.
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DWP Issues New PIP Guidance After Supreme Court Ruling
The DWP has updated PIP guidance following a Supreme Court judgment that changed the definition of 'social support'. Over 326,000 cases reviewed, £266m paid out.
PIP Assessment Update: New Rule Protects Claimants
New 'Right to Try' laws mean starting work won't trigger PIP reassessment. DWP confirms protection for claimants in written response.
X-Sense Smoke and CO Alarm for Home Safety
Discover the X-Sense smoke and carbon monoxide alarm, a reliable device for home safety. Features, benefits, and why it's a must-have for Birmingham households.
OVO Energy Fined £10m Over Vulnerable Customer Failures
OVO Energy must pay £10 million after Ofgem found it failed to properly monitor vulnerable customers using prepayment meters, exposing them to risk of harm.
DWP Confirms PIP Changes Timms Review Report Due Autumn 2026
The DWP has issued an update on the Timms Review into PIP, confirming the investigation will report back in autumn 2026, with changes to be debated in Parliament.
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Pregnant mum breaks back in 15 places after 120mph crash
Chloe Batchelar, 21, suffered 15 back fractures, neck fractures, and a heart bleed after Jack Schofield crashed at 120mph. Her unborn baby survived.
£600 Fines for Disposable Vapes in Bins
Biffa warns that 200,000 disposable vapes are still binned monthly, causing fires. Households face £600 fines under WEEE guidance for improper disposal.
DWP Waters Down Nine-Month Rule for PIP Claimants
The DWP is extending PIP award periods for claimants aged 25 and over, reducing review frequency from every nine months to four years initially.
UK Salmonella Cases Hit Decade High: Symptoms Warning
UK Health Security Agency warns as Salmonella cases reach 10,406 in 2025, highest in decade. Campylobacter and listeriosis also rising. Symptoms include diarrhoea, cramps, vomiting.
Mother Guilty of Murdering Son with Fatal Milk Mix
Emma Barnett was found guilty of murdering her 14-month-old son Oakley by feeding him a fatal mixture of milk and prescription medication before hiding in her loft.
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52-Hour Heat Alert for Three UK Regions by UKHSA
Yellow heat health alerts cover East of England, London, and South East until Saturday. UKHSA warns of greater risk to life and healthcare disruption.
DWP confirms £37 monthly state pension boost
The DWP has confirmed a state pension boost of up to £439.40 per year for 2026/27 due to the triple lock, with pension credit also available for those on low incomes.
Energy Price Cap to Rise 13% to £1,862 from July 1
Ofgem announces 13% increase in energy price cap to £1,862 per year from July, adding £18 monthly to typical bills due to higher wholesale gas prices.
MSE Warns Energy Customers of 'Not Good' Price Hike
Ofgem's new Energy Price Cap from July will raise typical household bills by £221 a year to £1,862, prompting Martin Lewis' MSE to call it 'not good but not catastrophic'.
Met Officer Avoids Jail for Fraud and Coercive Control
Metropolitan Police officer Lewis Rollins, 29, avoided prison for fraud and coercive control after lying to women and taking their money to fund his gambling habit.
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NHS Sunburn Advice After 30C Bank Holiday
After a 30C bank holiday weekend, many suffer sunburn. The NHS advises on home treatment, when to see a GP, and managing peeling skin safely.
New Fit Note Pilot Aims to Boost Return to Work
A new fit note system pilot aims to replace the current 'broken' process with personalized plans to help people return to work after illness, covering up to 100,000 appointments.
NHS Heatwave Warning: Elderly Stay Indoors 11am-3pm
The NHS warns elderly Britons to stay inside between 11am and 3pm as temperatures are set to reach a record 36C, posing serious health risks like heatstroke and dehydration.
Birmingham Health Alert as UK Heatwave Hits 30C
A health alert has been issued for Birmingham and the Black Country as a 'prolonged' heatwave brings temperatures hotter than Spain. Motorists told to read car door label.
NHS Advises Shade 11am-3pm as UK Nears 30C Heatwave
The Met Office forecasts temperatures exceeding 30C in parts of the UK this weekend. The NHS advises staying in the shade between 11am and 3pm to avoid health risks.
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NHS and Met Office Issue 'Two Hour Rule' Alert as UK Heatwave
The NHS and Met Office urge the public to reapply sunscreen every two hours as UK temperatures hit 30C during the ongoing heatwave.
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