DWP confirms early benefit payments for 10 million claimants
The DWP will pay working-age benefits early on Friday 28 August 2026 due to the bank holiday, affecting 10 million claimants including Universal Credit and PIP.
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Farage wins Clacton by-election amid security row
Nigel Farage won the Clacton by-election with 22,239 votes, but avoided the count over a claimed threat. Count Binface was runner-up, and the result faced controversy.
DWP confirms early benefit payments before August bank holiday
The DWP has confirmed that benefit payments due on the August bank holiday will be paid early on Friday 28 August, affecting Carer's Allowance, ESA, JSA, and more. Minister Sir Stephen Timms says the move will ensure families and older people receive mone
Chelmsford Planning Applications for Listed Buildings
Chelmsford City Council has lodged planning applications affecting listed buildings and conservation areas, including extensions, a garage conversion, and a 99-home outline scheme in Bicknacre. Comments due by September 7, 2026.
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Burnham urged to offer honours for pension sacrifice
Compass think tank urges PM Andy Burnham to introduce Pensions Sacrifice OBE scheme, allowing wealthy retirees to forgo state pension for three years in exchange for an honour.
Birmingham Evidence Published in Lords New Towns Inquiry
Birmingham resident David Barton's written evidence has been officially published by the House of Lords Built Environment Committee as part of its Modular New Towns inquiry, addressing construction barriers like supply chains and skills shortages.
Burnham urged to offer pensions-for-OBE scheme to wealthy
Andy Burnham has been urged to let wealthy state pensioners born after 1961 voluntarily sacrifice their state pension for an OBE, under a Compass proposal aimed at cutting costs.
WRU urged to publish evidence behind three-region decision
The WRU says it held 32 engagement meetings and a formal option appraisal before deciding to cut regions from four to three, but critics demand transparency.
Burnham urged to cap land ownership and tax second homes
Andy Burnham is urged by thinktank Compass to cap land ownership and introduce a 100% tax on second homes, as part of 100 proposals for his first 100 days as PM.
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Burnham, Healey to oversee pension changes from 2029
From 2029, salary sacrifice pension contributions above £2,000 per year will lose NICs exemption, affecting top earners, as announced by the government.
Stagecoach marks 30 years of service for Stephen Pincott
Stephen Pincott, who started driving buses in 1996, now works in Stagecoach's marketing team, marking 30 years of service.
Burnham urged to impose wealth tax on £10m households
Compass, led by Neal Lawson, urges PM Andy Burnham to introduce a 5-10% wealth tax on fortunes over £10m to fund a universal basic income, plus other radical reforms.
DWP Fraud: How to Report and What Happens Next
The DWP recovered £9.9bn in welfare losses and is targeting £14.6bn over five years. Learn how to report benefit fraud and the penalties involved.
DWP brings forward benefit payments for bank holiday
DWP confirms early payments for Universal Credit, PIP, and DLA claimants ahead of August bank holiday, ensuring financial certainty for families.
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Supermarkets Failing Hygiene in Birmingham & Solihull
Several major supermarkets in Birmingham and Solihull have failed food hygiene inspections, with scores of 1 or 2. Asda, Tesco, Aldi, Lidl, and Iceland are among those rated below the satisfactory threshold of 3.
DWP confirms early August bank holiday payments for 11 benefits
The DWP has confirmed that 11 benefits, including Universal Credit and State Pension, will be paid early on Friday 28 August 2026, ahead of the bank holiday.
Three IHT reliefs scrapped under Burnham and Healey
From April 2027, unused pensions face inheritance tax without key reliefs, including loss on sale, business property, and agricultural property relief, warns AJ Bell.
Walsall residents urged to apply for £20m board chair
Residents in Blakenall, Walsall, are urged to apply for the neighbourhood board chair role, overseeing £20m of government investment. Applications close August 18.
DWP proposal: early state pension for post-1998
A DWP proposal, the Citizens Advance, would let people born after 1998 access a year of state pension early as a lump sum, in exchange for delaying their state pension age by a year.
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DWP considers replacing ESA and JSA with new benefit
The DWP is considering scrapping ESA and JSA for a new unemployment insurance. The consultation ended in June, with responses being reviewed. Changes expected by 2028/29.
DWP confirms refunds for 197 benefits claimants
DWP confirms refunds for 197 benefits claimants wrongly issued Administrative Penalties between 2023 and 2025. Refunds range from £350 to £5,000. DWP has contacted affected customers and strengthened processes.
Burnham urged to adopt 0.48% property tax
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is urged to replace council tax with a 0.48% flat-rate property tax, which could cut bills in deprived areas but raise them in London.
Kelce breaks silence on 'dream' Swift wedding
Travis Kelce has spoken publicly for the first time about his wedding to Taylor Swift, calling it the 'best night of my life' and a 'dream' come true.
Burnham promises more business rates cuts in October
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged further business rates reform in the Autumn Budget on October 28, building on earlier cuts for pubs and high street firms.
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Burnham Vows Further Business Rates Relief for High Streets
PM Andy Burnham plans further business rates reform for high street shops, building on 20% tax cut for pubs and hospitality, ahead of October 28 budget.
DWP: PIP steering group payments subject to tax and NI
DWP confirms one-off payments for PIP claimants in Timms Review steering groups are taxable and subject to National Insurance, with workshops starting September.
Burnham govt considers points for illegal number plates
The new Labour government under Andy Burnham will decide on DVLA/DVSA number plate changes, including tougher penalties like penalty points and vehicle seizure for illegal plates.
DWP New Powers: Bank Deductions and Licence Bans from October
From October, DWP will use new powers to recover £14.6bn in benefit overpayments, including direct bank deductions and driving licence suspensions for persistent non-payers.
Hyndburn Planning Applications: Aug 3-9, 2025
Hyndburn Borough Council received 13 planning applications from August 3-9, including a change of use at Jacob Street and alterations at 260 Willows Lane.
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Burnham considers new drink-drive limits by experience
Andy Burnham's government is consulting on lowering drink-drive limits: 20mg for new drivers, 50mg for others, aligning with Scotland and most of Europe.
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