Birmingham resident offers £100 for rubbish removal amid strike
A Birmingham woman is offering £100 on Airtasker to remove rubbish she claims was dumped in her garden, as the bin strike enters its second year.
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Midlands Households Get £200 DWP Payment Update
Birmingham City Council updates on £200 hardship grants from DWP's Household Support Fund, which ended March 27. New Crisis and Resilience Fund replaces it from April 1.
Racist Man Demands Full English Breakfast on M42 Bridge
Geoffrey Brewer, 53, climbed over railings on the M42 near Solihull, shouting racist abuse and demanding a full English breakfast, causing a five-hour motorway closure.
Motability Scheme changes worry DWP benefit claimants
From July, the Motability Scheme reduces mileage allowances to 30,000 miles over three years with higher excess charges, worrying disabled drivers on seven DWP benefits.
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DWP Urged to Cut Benefits for 600,000 Claimants
New data reveals 600,000 households received more than the average worker's salary in benefits last year, prompting calls for welfare reform and a stricter benefit cap.
DWP: State Pension Age Rise to 67 Affects Post-1960 Births
The UK state pension age will rise from 66 to 67 starting April 2026. Those born after 1960 may face delays and should prepare for the change.
Man Dies After Fall in Birmingham City Centre Building
A man in his 40s died after falling from multiple floors inside a building on Colmore Row. Police do not treat the death as suspicious.
UK Petrol Stations Face Fines Under New Driver Protection Laws
The CMA can now fine petrol stations that fail to update Fuel Finder. Non-compliance may lead to penalties to protect drivers and ensure price transparency.
Middle Earners Face Higher Tax Rate by 2030
By 2030, middle earners on £40,000 could pay higher income tax due to frozen thresholds and inflation, experts warn.
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Older Pensioners Get Extra £439 from May
State pensioners born before 1951 (men) or 1953 (women) will receive an extra £439 from May due to the Triple Lock, as DWP rates increase for 2026.
State Pensioners Born After 1951 Get Two £964 Payments in May
State pensioners born after 1951 may receive two identical £964 payments in May due to a calendar quirk, totaling £1,928. The 4.8% Triple Lock increase applies.
DWP State Pension Age Rise: Millions Face Longer Wait
Millions of older people in the UK will have to wait longer for their state pension as the DWP raises the pension age gradually from 66 for those born between April 1960 and March 1961.
May 4 Quiz: Audrey Hepburn, Forth Bridge, Fab Four
Test your knowledge with our May 4 quiz covering Audrey Hepburn, Forth Bridge, Queen guitarist, Little Women, and more fun facts.
DWP Announces First Universal Credit Boost for 4 Million
The DWP has announced a 'first time ever' change to Universal Credit, boosting annual income for nearly 4 million households by £725 by 2029/30.
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DWP Urged to End PIP 'Freeloading' and Protect Triple Lock
The Tony Blair Institute proposes replacing the state pension with a Lifespan Fund from 2030, scrapping the triple lock. But critics urge the DWP to crack down on PIP 'freeloading' instead.
State Pensioners Urged to Claim Extra £110 Before 80th Birthday
State pensioners born before 1946 could get an extra £110.75 a week. Claim up to 3 months before your 80th birthday. Check eligibility now.
Dudley Leader Warns Green Belt Under Threat from Developers
Dudley Council's leader warns that green belt land remains under threat despite a recent victory, urging unity to resist future development pressures.
Ladywood Reform Candidate Quits Party, Voters Unaware
Jade Cotton, disabled Reform UK candidate in Ladywood, quits party over disability and LGBTQ+ issues, but will appear on ballot as Reform due to late decision.
DWP urged to scrap 'terrible' Triple Lock policy
The DWP faces growing pressure to scrap the 'terrible' Triple Lock policy for state pensioners, amid concerns over sustainability and defence funding.
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Reform UK Leads in West Midlands Local Elections Poll
A YouGov poll predicts Reform UK will gain the most votes in all West Midlands local elections, with Labour holding steady only in Birmingham, where both parties are tied at 21%.
HMRC sending £1,400 child benefit boost letters to parents
HMRC is writing to 1.5 million parents to extend child benefit for teens in education or training after GCSEs, offering up to £1,400 per year.
HMRC Warns UK Households to Check Pay After £1,500 Rise
HMRC advises workers to verify their pay following a National Minimum Wage increase in April, giving a £1,500 annual boost to full-time employees.
Handsworth couple hold key evidence in 2004 vote-rigging trial
Barbara Holland and Raghib Ahsan, Handsworth residents, played a crucial role in the 2004 Birmingham election fraud trial, with Holland's meticulous records cited by the judge.
Nationwide Refund Rules for Replacement Cards Clarified
Nationwide updates customers on refunds with replacement cards, advising to contact sellers first and explaining Visa disputes and Section 75 claims.
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Birmingham Men in Custer's 7th Cavalry at Little Bighorn
Discover the untold story of Birmingham and Black Country men who fought with Custer's 7th Cavalry at the Battle of Little Bighorn, challenging Hollywood myths.
Birmingham Criminals Jailed in April 2026
From a thug who threw his teen girlfriend from a tower block to a husband who poured hot oil on his wife, these are Birmingham criminals jailed in April 2026.
Nationwide Update on Passkey Adoption After NCSC Advice
Nationwide Building Society responds to customer queries about adopting passkeys after the NCSC recommends moving away from passwords for better security.
Thatcher Becomes UK's First Female PM in 1979
On this day in 1979, Margaret Thatcher became the first woman in Europe to be elected British prime minister, leading the Conservative Party to victory.
Independent Candidate Harris Khaliq Aims to Oust Labour
Harris Khaliq, an Independent candidate, is challenging Labour in Birmingham's Ward End. He promises change, citing neglect and unfulfilled promises. Polls show a tight race.
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Schools Trust Boss Announces Job Cuts and iPad Reductions
The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership, facing strikes and £10M debt, plans central team job cuts, iPad halving, and a new DfE bailout grant.
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