Benefits cheat avoids jail after £40k DWP scam
Susan Pearson from Wigan fraudulently claimed £40,000 in Universal Credit while holidaying abroad. Discover how she avoided prison and the DWP's response.
Category : Politics
Rochdale Leader Stands Against Hate and Division
Rochdale Council leader condemns recent terrorist attack on Manchester synagogue and warns against divisive politics ahead of Remembrance Sunday services across the borough.
5 Income Tax Changes Costing UK Households £624
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers five income tax reforms in the Autumn Budget, potentially hitting households with a maximum £624 increase. Discover the key changes.
Worcester leisure centre prices set for 5.9% hike
Worcester City Council approves 5.9% average price increase for leisure facilities from January 1. Rising energy and staffing costs blamed. Find out how this affects you.
430,000 could have council tax cut to £0
Marie Curie urges councils to exempt terminally ill people from council tax, with 430,000 potentially benefiting. A vital financial relief for families in crisis.
Pensioners face £2,500 tax bills in budget plans
High-income pensioners could see £2,500 tax increases under Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget proposals. Find out how the changes affect you.
West Brom's January transfer targets revealed by AI
AI predicts West Brom's January transfer moves, including an £8m midfielder and Hearts star Lawrence Shankland. Get the latest on potential signings and exits.
DWP Sets March 2026 Deadline for ESA Migration
The DWP plans to complete the migration of income-related ESA claimants to Universal Credit by March 2026, with protections against income reduction. Learn about the new 'Right to Try Guarantee'.
HMRC to bill all taxpayers £377 after November
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could see a 1% income tax rise, costing basic rate taxpayers up to £377 annually. Learn how this change affects you.
McGinn reveals Villa owners blocked summer transfer exit
Aston Villa captain John McGinn discusses the summer transfer interest from Everton and how NSWE owners made him feel 'valued and loved'. Read his exclusive insights.
HMRC reclaims £300 winter payments from pensioners
New rules mean HMRC will automatically deduct Winter Fuel Payments from pensioners with incomes over £35,000. Find out how this affects you and what to do.
DWP boss faked illness to steal £45k in sick pay
A DWP policy advisor falsely claimed malaria to pocket £45,000 in sick pay while travelling the world. He avoided jail due to his wife's poor health. Read the full story.
Council Tax Shock: Thousands Face Unexpected Bills
Thousands of Birmingham residents are facing surprise council tax bills following a major change to council tax support. Discover who's affected and what you need to do.
DWP Autumn Benefit Changes: Three Key Reforms
Major DWP reforms this autumn will affect Universal Credit, PIP assessments and work capability rules. Here's what claimants need to know about the coming changes.
Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.
West Midlands Council Tax Crisis: 10,000+ Face Legal Action
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of West Midlands households in council tax arrears, with mounting debt crisis hitting vulnerable families hardest. Discover the human impact and support available.
Rachel Reeves Overhauls VED: Luxury Car Tax Hike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major Vehicle Excise Duty reforms targeting luxury cars and gas-guzzlers while offering relief for ordinary drivers in Labour's first budget.
Labour's Winter Fuel Payment overhaul targets millions
Exclusive: Labour's proposed changes to Winter Fuel Payments could see millions of pensioners facing colder winters as eligibility tightens. Discover how the new means-tested system will work and which households will be affected.
Labour urges halt to DWP benefit cuts amid cost crisis
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner demands immediate halt to DWP benefit deductions as families struggle with soaring living costs, warning of devastating consequences for millions.
Village fury over roundabout advertising screens plan
Outraged villagers in Claverdon are fighting controversial plans to install large digital advertising screens on their picturesque roundabout, calling it a 'blight on the countryside' and safety hazard.
Congress Demands Prince Andrew Questioning Over Epstein
US Congress members intensify pressure on Prince Andrew, urging King Charles to facilitate questioning about his connections to Jeffrey Epstein in bombshell new letter.
Congress seeks to question Prince Andrew over Epstein
US Congress members intensify calls for Prince Andrew to answer questions under oath regarding his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, as pressure mounts on the Duke of York.
Manchester approves 76-storey skyscraper - city's tallest
Manchester City Council has approved plans for the city's tallest building - a 76-storey skyscraper that will transform the skyline and create thousands of jobs in a major regeneration project.
King Charles strips Prince Andrew of Grenadier Guards role
In a significant royal restructuring, King Charles has formally stripped his brother Prince Andrew of his prestigious Colonelcy of the Grenadier Guards amid ongoing controversy.
Budget 2025: PIP and Universal Credit Changes Confirmed
Chancellor's autumn budget confirms significant welfare reforms affecting millions of claimants across the UK. Discover how PIP assessments and Universal Credit payments are set to change.
Darlaston's £20m boost: First £85k spending revealed
Exclusive details emerge about how the initial £85,000 of Darlaston's massive £20 million Town Deal funding is being spent on crucial planning and development work, paving the way for the Black Country town's dramatic regeneration.
Council's £11.5m children's services overspend crisis
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
Rachel Reeves' 7 Key Motoring Changes for UK Drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping reforms to planning laws and infrastructure projects that will transform Britain's roads and transport network. Discover how these changes will affect your daily commute and driving experience.
DWP: State Pension Payments Could Stop for Thousands
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an urgent warning to two specific groups of state pension recipients who risk having their payments stopped completely if they fail to act.
Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises
Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
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